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Rapido Suspends Rider After Woman Reports Harassment
17 Oct
Summary
- Passenger reported unwanted hand-holding by Rapido rider.
- Rider allegedly lingered outside her home after the trip.
- Rapido has suspended the rider and apologized for the incident.
A woman in Bengaluru reported a deeply uncomfortable experience during a Rapido Pink ride. She alleged the rider held her hand for several seconds and remained outside her residential society even after the trip concluded, leaving her feeling unsafe and traumatized. The passenger recounted initial hesitation due to rain and the rider's persistent requests not to cancel the booking.
During the journey, the rider reportedly made overly friendly advances. The situation escalated when, upon returning his helmet, he allegedly held her hand and smiled uncomfortably. Payment issues arose when the rider claimed his phone was not working, requesting her number, though she insisted on a digital transaction.
Adding to her distress, the rider loitered outside her residence for approximately 10 minutes, requiring a security guard's intervention. Following her public complaint, Bengaluru Police and Rapido were notified. Rapido issued an apology, deeming the unwanted physical contact and behavior serious concerns, and has since permanently suspended the involved rider from their platform.
