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In a city where minor accidents often spark loud arguments and traffic chaos, a recent incident on a Bengaluru street stood out for all the right reasons. After a biker accidentally hit a car and fell, what followed wasn’t the usual shouting match or finger-pointing.
Instead, both individuals checked on each other, spoke politely, and ended the moment with a handshake, leaving behind a rare but heartwarming example of road civility.The moment gained attention after a Bengaluru resident shared it on social media. The post, which quickly went viral, highlighted how calmly and respectfully the two people dealt with the situation.“Witnessed a peaceful accident: A biker hit a car & fell, the driver parked the car aside & waited for the rider to come, rider put the bike aside & checked with the driver if there was any damage, the driver checked if the rider was ok & safe, both shook hands & went on their way.”The post resonated with many online, especially those used to Bengaluru’s busy and often unpredictable traffic.Look at the post here:
The comments that followed reflected a mix of disbelief, amusement, and hope. One user wrote, “They both must be either really very civil or matured, or both must have been in a hurry.” Another added humorously, “You sure this wasn’t a dream?”There were also comments that questioned the setting, with one person saying, “Where was this? I saw this in Singapore.
Don’t think it will happen in India.” On the other hand, many appreciated the break from the usual negative headlines, with one replying, “Thanks for posting some good news.”The post connected with many people, especially those used to Bengaluru’s heavy traffic and common road rage incidents. While the exact location of the incident is unclear, the woman’s account stood out for showing a rare moment of kindness and respect on the road.As one user commented, “Seems both were gentlemen and preferred peace over anger.”Thumb image credit:Created by Canva AI. For representational purposes only.