A touching incident between a commuter and a Rapido driver in Bengaluru has captured the attention of social media users. The story came to light when a man shared his experience online, narrating how a rider went out of his way to help when his rented scooter suddenly ran out of fuel.
The man mentioned that he had hired the scooter to travel around the city during the Durga Puja festivities with friends. Unfortunately, before he could reach the nearest petrol station, the scooter stopped midway due to an empty tank. Stranded in heavy traffic with no quick solution in sight, he decided to book a Rapido ride and explain his situation to the driver.
His idea was to travel by the Rapido to the petrol pump, buy some fuel, and return to restart his scooter. However, he soon discovered a major obstacle—petrol in Bengaluru cannot be purchased in bottles, and dragging a scooter through packed traffic was nearly impossible.
At this crucial moment, the Rapido rider turned into a rescuer. Instead of simply dropping him off, the driver siphoned fuel directly from his own bike and filled the scooter’s tank. The commuter was overwhelmed, especially since he had not asked for such generosity. Not only did the driver speak to him patiently despite the language barrier, but he also helped in restarting the scooter. Initially, the rider even refused to accept payment for the petrol he had shared.
The man’s post quickly went viral, with people responding warmly to the act of kindness. One user related a similar experience in Goa. Another commented that this gesture embodied the true spirit of Bengaluru, praising both the driver and the commuter.
Some humorously remarked on the city’s notorious traffic, saying it was bad enough for vehicles to run out of fuel while waiting at signals. Others highlighted Bengaluru’s inclusive culture, noting that locals never force a single language on anyone, and that people adapt by speaking what is most comfortable. They emphasized that linguistic conflicts are largely political rather than personal.
What began as a stressful situation on a busy road ended up becoming a powerful reminder of human kindness and the city’s culture of helpfulness.
The man mentioned that he had hired the scooter to travel around the city during the Durga Puja festivities with friends. Unfortunately, before he could reach the nearest petrol station, the scooter stopped midway due to an empty tank. Stranded in heavy traffic with no quick solution in sight, he decided to book a Rapido ride and explain his situation to the driver.
His idea was to travel by the Rapido to the petrol pump, buy some fuel, and return to restart his scooter. However, he soon discovered a major obstacle—petrol in Bengaluru cannot be purchased in bottles, and dragging a scooter through packed traffic was nearly impossible.
At this crucial moment, the Rapido rider turned into a rescuer. Instead of simply dropping him off, the driver siphoned fuel directly from his own bike and filled the scooter’s tank. The commuter was overwhelmed, especially since he had not asked for such generosity. Not only did the driver speak to him patiently despite the language barrier, but he also helped in restarting the scooter. Initially, the rider even refused to accept payment for the petrol he had shared.
The man’s post quickly went viral, with people responding warmly to the act of kindness. One user related a similar experience in Goa. Another commented that this gesture embodied the true spirit of Bengaluru, praising both the driver and the commuter.
Some humorously remarked on the city’s notorious traffic, saying it was bad enough for vehicles to run out of fuel while waiting at signals. Others highlighted Bengaluru’s inclusive culture, noting that locals never force a single language on anyone, and that people adapt by speaking what is most comfortable. They emphasized that linguistic conflicts are largely political rather than personal.
What began as a stressful situation on a busy road ended up becoming a powerful reminder of human kindness and the city’s culture of helpfulness.
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