Metro station video shows trans woman allegedly spitting on woman after she refuses to give money | Watch

A video from a metro station is being shared a lot online. People are talking about it because what happens in the video feels uncomfortable and upsetting. Many commuters have shared that they have seen or faced a similar situation before.In the clip, a young woman can be seen is standing at the station when a trans woman comes up to her. She asks for money and offers blessings. The woman says 'no'.After this, things take a bad turn. The trans woman makes a comment, seemingly a curse. She then allegedly spits on the woman. The woman reacts right away and says she has recorded everything on her phone.The video continues as the woman questions their behaviour. At one point, someone tries to hide their face from the camera.In another clip, the trans woman asks the woman to delete the video. As reported by News18, people around them can be heard talking. Some say the spit landed in the woman’s hair. The argument gets louder. A threat to break the woman’s legs is also heard. The woman then tells them to leave.Once the video went online, many people reacted strongly. Several users shared their own stories of being troubled in buses, trains, and metro stations after refusing to give money.Some people asked why this kind of behaviour keeps happening in public places. Others said that spitting on someone should be treated as a crime and that rules should apply to everyone.Many comments called the incident equivalent to harassment and humiliation. Some demanded action, while others said the woman should get compensation. A lot of people pointed out that such incidents are common but usually ignored.Right now, it is not known if any official action has been taken.Even though the video is short, it has resonated with many daily travellers. For them, it shows something they deal with more often than people realise.Disclaimer: The incident is based on a video circulating on social media. The Times of India has not independently verified the authenticity of the video or the claims made in it.Thumb image: X