Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Rapido Driver in Bengaluru Arrested for Alleged Molestation
A woman in Bengaluru reported that a Rapido auto-rickshaw driver, Hanumanthappa H Talawar, molested her during a ride.
The incident occurred on September 8, 2025, after she booked a ride from Kumaraswamy Layout.
The driver allegedly made inappropriate comments, touched her forehead and chest, and attempted to prevent her from leaving.
The woman escaped and reported the incident.
Rapido suspended and blacklisted the driver, stating they are cooperating with the police.
The company expressed a zero-tolerance policy against harassment.
A Rapido driver in Bengaluru was accused of molesting a woman passenger.
The incident took place on September 8, 2025, after the woman booked a ride.
The driver allegedly made inappropriate comments and touched the passenger.
The woman escaped and reported the incident to the police.
Rapido suspended and blacklisted the driver, stating their cooperation with the authorities.
- Who
- Hanumanthappa H Talawar, a Rapido driver, and a woman passenger
- What
- The driver allegedly molested a female passenger.
- When
- September 8, 2025, around 4:30 PM.
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- The driver made inappropriate comments and touched the passenger inappropriately.
Woman's Account
Rapido's Stance
Incident
Woman's Account
The woman's report describes inappropriate comments and physical contact.
Rapido's Stance
Rapido expresses deep concern and assures strict action against the driver.
- Company
- Rapido
- Accused
- Hanumanthappa H Talawar
- Location
- Bengaluru
- Incident Date
- September 8, 2025
- Action Taken
- Driver suspended and blacklisted
