A young woman in Hyderabad had gone out to celebrate her friend’s birthday at Banjara Hills Road No. 2. After the party, she booked a cab to return home to Manikonda. What seemed like a normal ride quickly became a terrifying experience when the driver started asking personal questions.
SHOCKING BEHAVIOR BY THE DRIVER
The driver first asked, “Are you Muslim?” The woman answered politely. Then he said, “You’re very beautiful, ma’am.” Initially thinking it was a compliment, she smiled and ignored it. But the situation escalated when the driver took unfamiliar roads and said, “Ma’am, I want to marry you. Please ma’am… I like you a lot.”
One day, I went to my friend’s place at Banjara Hills Road No. 2 for her birthday party. After the celebration, I booked a cab to return home to Manikonda.
I was in a great mood after catching up with my friends. During the ride, the cab driver suddenly asked, “Are you Muslim?”… https://t.co/N6rFZ4e8IE
— Farzana 🇮🇳 (@farzlicioustahe) November 26, 2025
DIVERTED ROUTE CAUSES FEAR
The driver diverted the route towards Tolichowki, claiming, “This is my area. You can’t go back from here.” The woman realized the danger and decided to act quickly. She shared her live location with her friends and informed the police immediately.
FRIENDS AND AUTHORITIES STEP IN
Fortunately, one of her friends works at a news channel and escalated the situation to authorities. Police quickly traced the cab, reached her location, and ensured her safety. The driver was later identified as Shaik Mujjaheed, originally from Burma and living in Hyderabad for six years.
WOMEN’S SAFETY CONCERNS RAISED
The woman highlighted a bigger issue: illegal cab operators using subsidies to operate vehicles, creating dangerous situations for women. She stressed that cab drivers often know personal addresses, which increases risks of harassment or kidnapping.
PUBLIC REACTIONS
Social media erupted after her post. Many expressed concern for her safety and demanded stricter regulations for cab services. Users also debated the need for better monitoring and registration of cab drivers to prevent similar incidents.
CONCLUSION
This incident highlights the urgent need for safety measures for women using cab services. While technology helps in tracking, personal vigilance, live location sharing, and quick action by friends and authorities are crucial in preventing tragedies.
FAQs
What should passengers do if a cab driver diverts the route?
Immediately share your live location with family or friends and contact the police. Do not argue with the driver or panic.
Are cab services taking action against such drivers?
Reputed cab companies usually suspend or ban drivers involved in harassment. Complaints must be registered immediately.
How can women stay safe during late-night rides?
Always travel with live location shared, choose verified drivers, and avoid accepting rides from unregistered or unknown drivers.
Can authorities track cab drivers easily?
Yes, police and cab companies can track rides using GPS data and mobile numbers if an incident is reported quickly.