“Asked Me To Pay Extra”: Man slapped by Ola Driver in Front of Son, Demands Action and Urges Users to Stop Using Ola
"Asked Me To Pay Extra": Man assaulted by Ola Driver in Front of Son, Demands Action and Urges Users to Stop Using Ola
A social media post by Kiran Verma, the founder of Simply Blood, has brought attention to a disturbing incident involving an assault by an Ola cab driver in Delhi. Kiran Verma recounted the incident on LinkedIn, stating that the Ola driver slapped him in front of his son. He urged people to say no to Ola and stop using the ride-hailing service.
According to Verma’s post, the incident occurred when he booked an Ola cab to pick someone up from the airport in Delhi. The driver allegedly demanded cash payment, and when Verma refused, the driver took an incorrect route and later insisted on extra payment. The situation escalated, and the driver reportedly brought two individuals, possibly with malicious intent.
Kiran Verma called the UP Police, and during the confrontation outside the car, the driver refused to return Verma’s bag. The situation took a violent turn when the driver slapped him in front of his 6-year-old son. Verma immediately contacted Ola’s security helpline and the police.
However, the disturbing part is that Verma claimed that Ola had not called him, and the complaint ticket was closed less than an hour after the incident. He expressed shock at the lack of action from Ola and highlighted the distress his son experienced that night.
The post has garnered widespread reactions on social media, with many expressing support for
Verma and criticizing Ola for its response to the incident. Users have called for action against the driver and raised concerns about passenger safety and responsibility of ride-hailing companies.
Social media users expressed sympathy and support for Kiran Verma, condemning the incident and urging Ola to take action. Some users shared their own negative experiences with Ola and emphasized the importance of passenger safety.
– The hashtag #StopUsingOla gained traction on social media, with users encouraging others to consider alternative ride-hailing services.
The incident has reignited discussions about the responsibility of ride-hailing companies to ensure passenger safety and addressing such incidents promptly.
