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India’s urban transportation system has long been plagued by the issue of packed buses and trains. But with the advent of mobile-app-based cab services, the nation has recently seen a fundamental change in how people travel. Digital platforms like Ola and Uber provide a practical and adaptable substitute for conventional transit alternatives. They have become a crucial part of the daily routines of frequent travelers. However, even if they make life easier, these services have not been without their share of drawbacks.

Unfortunately, there have been cases where passengers’ trips made via these ride-hailing apps turned out to be unsettling. Many of these incidents stem from disparities between the advertised services promised by these companies and the actual experiences encountered by customers, leading to frustration and disappointment.

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In addition to these inconsistencies, a further worrying danger has emerged: the rise in criminal activity connected to app-based taxi services, notably that which targets women. Reports of upsetting incidents that happened during regular taxi journeys have flooded law enforcement officials. As these occurrences have regrettably become more frequent, these worrying patterns highlight the urgent need for improved passenger safety measures.

This issue was brought to the forefront once again when a user shared two screenshots depicting unsolicited messages received from an Uber driver after completing a ride. While Uber reacted to this incident, it still became a cause of commotion among netizens, with many still expressing outrage over what happened with women in Uber.

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Female passenger reveals outrage over cab driver’s unsolicited messages

On a recent occasion, a woman used platform X to voice her profound worry over a traumatic encounter with an Uber cab driver. She complained to Uber about the unnerving circumstance of getting improper and unwanted texts from the driver after her ride. Bhumika, the user who expressed concern, said:

“Hello @Uber_India Support Team, I am writing to express my serious concern regarding a recent experience I had with one of your driver. On 19/10/2023, I encountered a distressing situation where I received inappropriate messages from one of your drivers after a ride. This incident has not only left me feeling uncomfortable but has also raised serious security and safety concerns.”

She added,

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“I strongly believe that Uber should be a platform where customers, especially women, can trust the drivers and the overall experience. This incident has shaken that trust, and I am deeply concerned about the safety of female passengers who rely on Uber for transportation.”

Bhumika continued by pleading for Uber to act quickly and firmly to fully examine the situation. She also beg the business to take her concern seriously. She said,

“I kindly request that you take immediate and decisive action to investigate this matter, identify the driver involved, and take appropriate measures to ensure such incidents do not occur in the future. The safety and security of Uber passengers should be a top priority, and I hope you will take this complaint seriously. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of this matter.”

In order to bolster her claims, Bhumika provided pictures of her communication with the driver

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Uber reacted to Female Passenger’s viral tweet

Within hours of being shared, Bhumika’s post garnered over 280,000 views. It has also received numerous comments, including one from Uber. In response to her tweet, Uber issued a standardized message, saying,

“Hi Bhumika, sorry to hear about the trouble. Could you please share with us the mobile number linked to your account via Direct Message? We’ll follow up.”

Bhumika, visibly frustrated, replied,

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“Why are you not responding to my messages?”

Uber later responded with a more detailed message, stating,

“Hi Bhumika, thank you for taking the time to speak with us. We understand how distressing this situation is for you right now. Our team is currently investigating this concern, and we will get back to you with an update shortly. We appreciate your understanding in this regard.”

Later, Bhumika shared an update regarding her conversation with Uber

She wrote,

“I just had a conversation with Uber’s security team, and they informed me that this individual is not currently on their active driver list. Safety is a major concern in India, and it’s making me fearful.”

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Varanya Mishra
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