Video: Bengaluru man harasses woman waiting for cab, flees as she starts filming

According to the woman, a man riding a two-wheeler approached her and allegedly abused her using obscene language while she was waiting for her cab. When she began recording on her mobile phone, the accused fled the spot.The man harassed the woman as she was waiting for a cab in Bengaluru, raising concerns on women's safety.A woman has claimed that she was harassed while waiting for a cab on a roadside in Bengaluru, in an incident that has once again sparked concerns over women's safety in public spaces.According to the woman, a man, identified by the police as Vijay Ragav, riding a two-wheeler approached her and allegedly abused her using obscene language while she was waiting for her cab in Ramamurthy Nagar.When she began recording on her mobile phone, the 42-year-old fruit seller accused fled the spot.The woman later shared the video on Instagram, identifying the vehicle's registration number and urging authorities to take action against the accused. "As a woman, I should be able to wait for my cab without being treated like an object or being propositioned for money. No one should have to experience this kind of harassment in a public place," she wrote.Describing the encounter, she said the man's words were "intimidating, disrespectful, and made me fear for my safety." "I am sharing this incident to raise awareness and request immediate action from the concerned authorities. Such behaviour cannot be normalised or ignored," she said, urging law enforcement to identify the accused and ensure accountability. The woman shared a post on Instagram detailing the incident. The woman also appealed to bystanders not to remain silent in the face of harassment."Every person deserves to feel safe in public spaces without being subjected to sexual harassment. Please speak up if you witness incidents like these. Silence only emboldens offenders. Public spaces must be safe and respectful for everyone," she added.Police registered an FIR after the video surfaced on social media.The accused has since been arrested, police said.- EndsPublished By: Karishma Saurabh KalitaPublished On: Jul 28, 2026 10:20 IST