Bike taxi rider held for sexually harassing woman passenger in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, July 23: A bike taxi rider has been arrested for allegedly sexually harrassing a woman passenger during a trip here on July 21 and texted her later, police said on Sunday.
K Shivappa (23) from Haveri was arrested based on the complainant's post on social media tagging the city police.
The victim told the police that she had booked a ride from Town Hall after attending a protest in solidarity with the Manipur victims, to her destination.
On the way he masturbated. Later, the man texted and called her on WhatsApp, the woman stated in the complaint.
''During the journey, we reached a remote area with no other vehicles around. Shockingly, the driver began riding with one hand and engaged in inappropriate behavior (masturbating while riding). Fearing for my safety, I remained silent throughout the ordeal,'' the woman said.
Shivappa was arrested on Saturday.
Grateful for the swift action taken by @elecityps in arresting the harasser. As a woman, this gives me hope knowing that such incidents are treated with utmost priority. Thank you for prioritizing the safety of citizens 🙏🏼. @BlrCityPolice @DCPSEBCP https://t.co/kiGxA82Lzt
— Athira Purushothaman (@Aadhi_02) July 23, 2023
During the journey, we reached a remote area with no other vehicles around. Shockingly, the driver began riding with one hand and engaging in inappropriate behavior (Masturbating while riding the bike). Fearing for my safety, I remained silent throughout the ordeal.
— Athira Purushothaman (@Aadhi_02) July 21, 2023
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Army rescues 135 tourists from landslides-hit North Sikkim, many still stranded
Gangtok (PTI): A total of 135 stranded tourists have been rescued by the Army from North Sikkim, where multiple landslides have snapped road connectivity, officials said on Thursday.
Around 1,000 tourists remain stranded in Lachen, with sustained efforts underway to ensure their rescue at the earliest, they said.
The rescue operation is being carried out by the Trishakti Corps under the Eastern Command amid heavy snowfall, they added.
Critical passes have been opened and alternate routes activated to facilitate the rescue mission, named 'Operation Him Setu', officials said.
A total of 32 light vehicles and 10 motorcycles have been moved out so far, with Army vehicles deployed to tow civilian vehicles across steep, snowbound stretches, they said.
Medical emergencies and those requiring immediate assistance are being prioritised, officials said.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is working in close coordination with the Army, undertaking continuous road clearance, snow removal and restoration of connectivity despite challenging terrain and weather, they said.
"Our foremost priority is the safety and well-being of every citizen. Our teams remain committed to providing all necessary assistance on the ground," an Army official said.
Multiple landslides have disrupted road connectivity between Lachen and Chungthang, an area close to the India-China border.
