World · India Bureau
Hyderabad auto driver caught watching film while steering vehicle
Police in Hyderabad have identified an auto-rickshaw driver who was operating his vehicle while simultaneously watching a movie on one mobile phone and using navigation on another. The incident has prompted authorities to take action against the operator.
LSN India ·
A video circulating from Hyderabad shows an auto-rickshaw driver navigating traffic while engaged in multiple distracting activities, raising serious safety concerns on city roads. The footage captures the driver operating the vehicle with one phone displaying a film and another in use for navigation purposes, while headphones were plugged into his ears.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjannar has acknowledged the incident and directed officials to identify and take action against the driver. The case highlights the persistent problem of distracted driving among commercial vehicle operators in the city.
The incident comes amid ongoing concerns about road safety in Hyderabad, where auto-rickshaws comprise a significant portion of daily commuter traffic. Authorities have previously conducted crackdowns on rash and negligent driving, though enforcement challenges remain widespread across the metropolitan area.
Police officials have not yet disclosed specific penalties or charges being considered against the driver. The case underscores the need for enhanced monitoring and stricter enforcement of traffic safety regulations to protect both passengers and pedestrians on city roads.