Bengaluru Man Slapped with Rs 2,000 Fine for Viral Triple-Riding Motorbike Reel
In a stark reminder of the consequences of reckless social media antics, a daily-wage worker from Doddaballapur, Bengaluru, has been fined Rs 2,000 for recording and uploading a video of himself triple-riding a motorbike with two women. The incident, which unfolded on Madagondanahalli Main Road, led to legal action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for traffic violations.
From 'Reels Manja' to Traffic Offender: The Cost of Viral Fame
Police identified the man as Manjunath G, known locally by the nickname 'Reels Manja' due to his passion for creating and sharing reels on social media platforms. His latest upload, however, proved costly. The video captured Manjunath riding the bike with two female pillion riders, none of whom were wearing helmets. In the clip, he can be heard enthusiastically shouting 'Huli-huli' (meaning Tiger-tiger in Kannada), adding to the reckless display.
Upon reviewing the viral content, Doddaballapur Rural police swiftly registered a case against him. The charges included BNS Section 281 for rash and negligent driving, along with multiple traffic infractions. The fine breakdown was detailed as follows:
- Rs 500 for riding without a helmet himself.
- Rs 500 each for the two pillion riders not wearing helmets.
- The remaining amount attributed to other unspecified traffic violations.
A Tragic Contrast: Separate Bike Accident Claims Life in Bengaluru
In a sobering parallel incident, a late-night bike ride turned fatal for a 24-year-old youth in Bengaluru. Chethan R lost his life after crashing into a road divider near the Iskcon temple on West of Chord Road around 11:30 PM on Sunday night. According to police reports, Chethan was returning home from meeting friends when he lost control of his motorcycle.
The sequence of events described by authorities indicates that the bike first rammed into the central median, then veered sharply to the left side of the road before colliding with a tree. This tragic accident underscores the severe risks associated with irresponsible biking, whether fueled by social media trends or other factors.
These back-to-back incidents highlight the critical need for road safety awareness and adherence to traffic laws in Bengaluru. While Manjunath's case serves as a cautionary tale about the legal repercussions of viral stunts, Chethan's death is a grim reminder of the potential for fatal outcomes on the city's roads.
