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Bengaluru Pillion Rider Uses Frying Pan as ‘Helmet’ in Viral Video

Police referred the clip to the Electronic City station for follow-up after safety warnings from posts urged use of certified helmets.

In a comically creative attempt to dodge a traffic fine, a Bengaluru rider was spotted wearing a frying pan as a helmet, making for a viral post and hilarious replies online.
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Overview

  • The short clip, first posted by the Karnataka Portfolio account on X, shows a pillion rider near Roopena Agrahara balancing a kadhai on his head.
  • India Today reports the video was apparently filmed by a commuter driving behind the motorcycle in slow-moving traffic.
  • The Hindustan Times cited more than 281,700 views on X as the post drew a wave of humorous quips and safety-focused criticism.
  • The Bengaluru Traffic Police said the matter has been flagged to the Electronic City Traffic Police Station for further action.
  • Coverage to date reports no confirmed citation, arrest, or injuries linked to the incident.