E-Rickshaw Fare Dispute: Women Assault Driver in Viral Video Over Fare Arguments

E-Rickshaw Fare Dispute: Women Assault Driver in Viral Video Over Fare Arguments

Two women were seen on camera physically attacking an e-rickshaw driver in Lucknow during a startling altercation over a fare. Punches and slaps were exchanged during the altercation in the Aminabad neighborhood, as shown in the social media footage that went viral.

In the video, one of the women is seen grabbing the e-rickshaw driver by the neck as the other tries to hit him. The conflict intensifies despite the driver’s attempts to dissuade them, with one woman setting down her purse to improve control and the other taking off a shoe to use as a weapon. As the women continue their violent conduct, the driver, who is upset, confronts a spectator who is recording the situation and tells him, “Haan haan bana lo video.”

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The motorist can be heard telling bystanders to call the police as the pandemonium breaks out. The viral video caught the attention of the Lucknow police after the event. They confirmed that both parties had been taken to the Aminabad police station for additional action in an update they put on X.

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Online users’ reactions to the video were divided, with some voicing alarm about the conduct of Lucknow’s e-rickshaw drivers. While several readers noted that drivers frequently act rudely toward passengers, particularly women, others recommended that e-rickshaws with fare meters be used to prevent such confrontations. The difficulties faced by actual victims of harassment were brought to light by some users who condemned the women’s behavior, saying that they targeted the driver while playing the victim card.