Overview
- A pillion rider near Roopena Agrahara was filmed balancing a kadhai on his head instead of wearing a helmet, apparently to avoid a traffic challan.
- The clip was first shared by Karnataka Portfolio on X after being reportedly recorded by a commuter driving behind the motorcycle.
- Posts referencing the video drew large engagement, with reported view counts on X exceeding 281,000.
- Online reaction ranged from jokes about ‘jugaad’ to firm reminders that helmets are lifesaving gear, not props, including the line that a frying pan “won’t save a skull.”
- Bengaluru Traffic Police said the video was flagged to the Electronic City Traffic Police Station, and coverage so far notes no confirmed enforcement action.