Road rage incident on Hosa Road highlights growing concern in Bengaluru

A disturbing trend of road rage incidents continues to plague Bengaluru, with the latest case reported on Hosa Road near Reliance Trends on December 12 at around 7 pm. A driver, traveling with others, filed a complaint with the Bengaluru police after alleging that his car was stopped and attacked by individuals in an inebriated state.

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The victim claims that while driving, another vehicle blocked his way, and the occupants began to assault him. Following the attack, he immediately lodged a complaint with the local authorities, urging them to investigate the incident.

This case adds to a growing number of road rage incidents across the city, raising concerns about the increasing levels of aggression among drivers. Experts suggest that heightened impatience, anger, and psychological stress, exacerbated by traffic jams and daily struggles, are contributing to this worrying trend. Many believe that the inability to manage stress and frustration is leading to a rise in such confrontations.

The incident highlights the urgent need for greater awareness and efforts to curb road rage, with authorities emphasizing the importance of patience and emotional control on the roads. As Bengaluru faces mounting traffic woes, the city’s residents are being urged to address the psychological impacts of urban driving culture.