BMTC Conductor Fights With Womens; Bilekalli to Shivajinagar Bus Route, Video Viral

In a disturbing incident that has sparked widespread outrage, a Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus conductor was suspended following the assault of a female passenger. The altercation, captured in a viral video, occurred on a bus route from Bilekalli to Shivajinagar. It began as a verbal dispute over a ticket and escalated into physical violence when the conductor, identified as Honnappa Nagappa Agasar, struck the woman123.

The video shows the heated exchange and subsequent assault, leading to public outcry and immediate action from BMTC authorities. The conductor was promptly suspended, and the woman filed a complaint at the Siddapur police station3. This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of passengers, particularly women, and the conduct of public transport employees. 

BMTC has emphasized its commitment to passenger safety, highlighting measures such as separate seating for women, panic buttons, and CCTV surveillance. Additionally, the corporation provides gender sensitization training to its staff to prevent such unacceptable incidents4. The swift suspension of the conductor serves as a reminder that violence, especially against women, will not be tolerated.

As the story unfolds, it serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and strict enforcement of conduct standards to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all commuters.