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Women Bikers Say Gurgaon Road Harassment Is Common

Women Bikers Say Gurgaon Road Harassment Is Common
‘Chased, filmed, forced into races’—women bikers say Gurgaon case is common on Indian roads · theprint.in

A woman biker named Sia said a car chased and hit her motorcycle in Gurgaon.

A video of the crash spread online.

Other women bikers said this kind of behavior happens often on Indian roads.

They described being chased, filmed, raced, or passed dangerously by male riders.

Some drivers also make comments about whether women can ride well.

Riders are advised not to argue with threatening drivers.

Instead, they can go to a busy place or a police station and note the vehicle number.

Women bikers hope the police investigate this case and take action.

They also want people to stop blaming women for harassment they experience.

Key facts

Incident location
Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
Person involved
Woman biker identified as Sia
Alleged conduct
A car allegedly chased, struck and dragged Sia’s motorcycle before leaving
Reported pattern
Women bikers described frequent chasing, racing, filming, close passing and unwanted comments
Safety advice
Avoid confrontation, record the vehicle number and go to a crowded place or police station
Training guidance
Riders are encouraged to use cameras to document harassment or dangerous behavior
Requested response
Women bikers called for immediate police action and stronger deterrence

Quotes

Kuldeep Sharma

Co-founder of LetsRyde, a motorcycle training platform

“In such incidents, we suggest women riders, especially when they are alone, stop at a crowded place or a police station. They should also note down the vehicle number and report the incident later.”
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“These incidents of women bikers being chased or stopped by male riders are very common. Every rider must have 10 to 15 such stories that they can recall instantly.”
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