NEW DELHI: From unexpected detours to outright , are increasingly finding that a simple ride home can spiral into chaos in Bengaluru.
Over the past month, a series of alarming incidents has left passengers shaken and questioning their on city roads.
Businessman assaulted after refusing toll detour- A 39-year-old businessman, Bharath Ramarao, was allegedly slapped by a cab driver after questioning why he was taken on a different route to avoid a road toll.
- The incident occurred on October 9 near Kempegowda International Airport.
- Driver Mujahid Ali Mujeeb (36), also known as Mujahid Pasha, reportedly shouted at Bharath and slapped him when confronted.
- Bharath managed to take a photo of the driver and called (112), leading to Mujahid’s arrest by 10 pm the same day.
- Police registered cases under multiple sections, including voluntarily causing hurt, wrongful restraint, and criminal intimidation.
- “Whatever the reason, assaulting someone is unlawful,” said a senior police officer.
Call centre employee attacked after cancelling ride- A 28-year-old woman from the northeast faced abuse and assault after cancelling an auto ride booked via an app in Kyasalahalli on October 2.
- The driver, Pavan H. S. (21), reportedly blocked her vehicle, demanded she speak in Kannada, and hit her hand.
- The altercation was recorded and later went viral on social media.
- Pavan was arrested and remanded to after the victim filed a formal complaint.
Social media influencer trapped during Uber ride- Bengaluru-based influencer Amiee shared a chilling account of an Uber ride where the driver refused to drop her at her destination and allegedly tried to force the car back to the starting point.
- She attempted to note the vehicle number, but the car’s number plate didn’t match the Uber app.
- Her video went viral, sparking discussions about passenger safety.
- Uber India responded, refunded her fare, and assured strict action against the driver. The police also reached out, though she chose not to file a formal complaint.
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