Watching Videos While Driving Is a Deadly Act, Warns Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sajjanar

Hyderabad, Dec. 2  (Maxim News): Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand Sajjanar has issued a stern warning against watching videos on mobile phones while driving, calling it not just a traffic violation but a life-endangering act.

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On Tuesday, he shared a video on X highlighting this dangerous behavior. The video shows a man riding a scooter while watching YouTube videos, moving carelessly through traffic. The rider is reportedly a gig worker associated with a ride-aggregator platform.

“The hands that are supposed to ensure safe rides are instead glued to entertainment. Who will guarantee the safety of the public?” Commissioner Sajjanar questioned sharply.

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He emphasized that even a moment of negligence can lead to fatal accidents and declared that such irresponsible behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Watching videos while driving — distracted driving — is a punishable offense, he said 

Sajjanar also stressed that ride-aggregator companies must closely monitor the behavior of their workforce, as the responsibility for public safety partly lies with them.

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“Do not remain silent when you witness such dangerous driving. Report it immediately. Your entertainment should not become a curse for innocent lives,” he appealed.

Following the incident, traffic police have reportedly booked a case and issued notices to the concerned ride-aggregator company. (Maxim News) 

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