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Uber Removes Driver After Delhi Activist Alleges Assault During Ride

The complainant reports no answer from the police emergency line, prompting a planned FIR.

Overview

  • Bharati Chaturvedi says a driver turned aggressive during a trip from Vasant Vihar to Sarvodaya Enclave after the app pin stopped near Essex Farms.
  • She alleges the driver grabbed and twisted her arm when she opened the door in an effort to make him stop.
  • Chaturvedi reports repeated calls to the police number 100 went unanswered and says Uber’s in‑app support told her to call 100.
  • Uber said the behavior breached its Community Guidelines, removed the driver’s access to the app, and requested trip details via direct message for review.
  • Chaturvedi says she will file an FIR against the driver and Uber, has emailed the Delhi Police Commissioner, and her post on X drew similar accounts from other women.