A video showing a heated verbal altercation between a cab driver and a woman passenger over a fare dispute has gone viral on social media, triggering widespread discussion on passenger conduct and driver rights. The disagreement reportedly centred on a fare of ₹250..png)
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The footage, recorded by the cab driver after the ride had ended, captures the woman refusing to pay the fare and walking away while using abusive language. The driver is heard repeatedly requesting payment in a controlled manner, asking, “Who will pay the money?” as he follows her.
According to the driver’s claims in the video, the passenger allegedly smoked inside the cab, asked him to stop midway to purchase alcohol, and made him wait for nearly half an hour. These allegations were raised after the woman continued to refuse payment and threatened to call the police. कैब ड्राइवर चिल्ला रहा है- मैडम पैसा कौन देगा ?
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Escalation of the Argument
The video opens with the driver asking the woman to clear the fare. She refuses and dismisses him, prompting the driver to persistently but calmly demand payment, stating that he was speaking respectfully and only asking for what was owed to him.
A bystander attempts to intervene and de-escalate the situation, urging the woman to pay the fare. However, she refuses to engage, saying she does not wish to listen. As tensions rise, the driver voices his grievances regarding her alleged behaviour during the ride, including smoking inside the vehicle and making unscheduled stops.
The woman responds angrily, exchanging insults with the driver. Despite the verbal escalation, the driver reiterates that he is speaking respectfully and insists on being paid before she leaves.
When asked by a bystander about the fare amount, the driver states that it is ₹250. The video ends abruptly as the woman walks towards another person nearby.
Social Media Reaction
The clip has sparked strong reactions online, with many users expressing sympathy for the driver and criticising the woman’s conduct. Several users described the incident as an example of disrespect towards gig-economy workers, stressing that drivers should not be denied payment for services rendered.
Some commenters suggested that prepaid ride systems could prevent such disputes, while others called for action based on the video evidence. The incident has also reignited conversations about passenger accountability and the challenges faced by cab drivers in dealing with confrontational customers.
Similar Incident Reported Earlier
The episode follows a similar incident reported in Delhi in September, where a woman allegedly refused to pay an Uber driver ₹300, citing delays caused by traffic. That case had also triggered debate on whether drivers should be held responsible for factors beyond their control, such as congestion.
The latest video continues to fuel discussion on social media about mutual respect, fair payment practices, and the need for clearer safeguards for drivers operating in app-based and private taxi services.
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