- A man in Karnataka was filmed riding a two-wheeler with five children in a metal basket
- The video was recorded on the Mysuru-Nanjangud Road and shared on social media
- The rider wore a helmet, but none of the children had any protective gear
A video going viral on social media showing a man in Karnataka riding a two-wheeler with five children packed into a metal basket-like structure attached to the rear of the vehicle has sparked debate online.
The video shows a man riding a two-wheeler with children seated in a metal basket. Another child can also be seen sitting in front of the rider, who was wearing a helmet. However, none of the children appeared to be wearing any protective gear.
Sanatan Kannada, an X account that shared the video, claimed that the footage was recorded on the Mysuru-Nanjangud Road in Karnataka.
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The caption of the post reads, "Last night on the Mysuru-Nanjangud Road: a man carrying five children on a TVS XL two-wheeler, as if transporting a load of chickens. It was Sunday, a busy weekend, and the Ooty main road. Is anyone concerned about the safety of these children?"
Social Media Reaction
The video sparked a debate on social media, with people questioning the man's apparent negligence as he rode with five children on his two-wheeler, putting their lives at risk.
One user commented, "Risking the lives of kids & violating traffic rules is highly offensive."
Another user noted, "Most probably it's their Dad driving the 2 Wheeler."
"In most Indian cities, these things have become very common," added a third user.
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