Minor Schoolgirl Seen Driving Auto-Rickshaw As Driver Sits Beside Her, Video Goes Viral
Minor Schoolgirl Seen Driving Auto-Rickshaw As Driver Sits Beside Her, Video Goes Viral
A video from Khopoli in Raigad district has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage and concern over the safety of schoolchildren. The video shows a rickshaw speeding along a busy road while a young schoolgirl is seen driving it. Three to four schoolgirls are seated in the back seat, while a man — presumably the rickshaw driver — is sitting beside the girl, seen giving her instructions as she handles the steering.
The incident has raised serious questions about road safety and the illegal transportation of students. Despite the government’s strict regulations and repeated awareness campaigns, such dangerous practices continue to surface. Authorities have previously warned transport operators against allowing underage individuals to drive or travel in overloaded vehicles.
Incidents like this highlight the need for stricter enforcement by the police and the Regional Transport Office (RTO). Parents and school authorities are also being urged to ensure that children are transported safely and responsibly.
The video from Khopoli has once again brought attention to the issue of student safety on roads. It remains to be seen whether the police and RTO officials will take strict action against those responsible for this alarming incident.
