Passenger confronts Ola driver watching Taarak Mehta. His reply sparks outrage
A passenger alleged that his Ola driver watched Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah during a Noida-to-Delhi ride. The viral post has renewed concerns over distracted driving and passenger safety in app-based cabs.
A cab ride from Noida to Delhi has sparked a road safety debate online after a passenger claimed that his Ola driver was watching a television show on his phone while driving on a busy highway. The post quickly went viral and drew concern from users over passenger safety and distracted driving.
The incident came to light after an X user posted about what he described as a worrying experience during a recent ride. According to the passenger, the driver was watching the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah on a phone mounted near the dashboard while travelling from Noida to Delhi.
In his post, the passenger claimed that the journey took place amid sweltering 45-degree temperatures and that he was travelling with family members. Concerned by the distraction, he said he politely asked the driver to switch off the screen and focus on the road.
However, the passenger alleged that the request was not well received.
Sharing his account online, he wrote that when he asked the driver to stop watching the show, the response was: "If it's a problem, then get out." Faced with the prospect of being stranded on a highway in extreme heat with his family, the passenger said they chose to remain silent and continue the journey.
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The post soon gained traction, with many social media users expressing concern over the potential dangers of distracted driving. Several commenters argued that watching videos while operating a vehicle puts not only passengers at risk but also other road users.
Others called for stricter action against such behaviour, saying passenger safety should be prioritised over ratings and reviews on ride-hailing platforms. Some users also shared similar experiences involving drivers watching videos, movies or social media content while behind the wheel.
The viral post has once again brought attention to concerns around driver distraction and safety standards in app-based cab services. At the time of publication, Ola had not publicly responded to the passenger's allegations.
A cab ride from Noida to Delhi has sparked a road safety debate online after a passenger claimed that his Ola driver was watching a television show on his phone while driving on a busy highway. The post quickly went viral and drew concern from users over passenger safety and distracted driving.
The incident came to light after an X user posted about what he described as a worrying experience during a recent ride. According to the passenger, the driver was watching the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah on a phone mounted near the dashboard while travelling from Noida to Delhi.
In his post, the passenger claimed that the journey took place amid sweltering 45-degree temperatures and that he was travelling with family members. Concerned by the distraction, he said he politely asked the driver to switch off the screen and focus on the road.
However, the passenger alleged that the request was not well received.
Sharing his account online, he wrote that when he asked the driver to stop watching the show, the response was: "If it's a problem, then get out." Faced with the prospect of being stranded on a highway in extreme heat with his family, the passenger said they chose to remain silent and continue the journey.
See the post:
The post soon gained traction, with many social media users expressing concern over the potential dangers of distracted driving. Several commenters argued that watching videos while operating a vehicle puts not only passengers at risk but also other road users.
Others called for stricter action against such behaviour, saying passenger safety should be prioritised over ratings and reviews on ride-hailing platforms. Some users also shared similar experiences involving drivers watching videos, movies or social media content while behind the wheel.
The viral post has once again brought attention to concerns around driver distraction and safety standards in app-based cab services. At the time of publication, Ola had not publicly responded to the passenger's allegations.
