New Delhi: The incident in Pune, where a woman allegedly slapped a man more than 26 times on a moving bus, has sparked widespread attention after a video of the event went viral on social media. According to reports, the man, who was reportedly intoxicated, sat next to the woman on the bus and allegedly attempted to molest her. In response, the woman slapped him repeatedly in an act of self-defense.After the woman slapped him multiple times, the bus conductor intervened, and the man apologized for his actions. However, the woman insisted that the bus driver stop at a nearby police station, showing her determination to hold the man accountable for his behavior. The video, which circulated widely, has led to mixed reactions, with many people supporting the womans actions, viewing it as a response to sexual harassment, while others questioned whether physical retaliation was the appropriate response.This incident highlights ongoing issues related to sexual harassment and womens safety in public spaces, as well as the importance of taking action against such behavior. It also raises questions about the responsibility of bystanders and public transportation authorities in preventing and addressing harassment.The woman involved in the incident in Pune, as per reports, is a school teacher who was traveling with her husband and son. After the harassment took place on the bus, she took the man to a nearby police outpost. However, due to a lack of immediate response from the authorities, she resorted to contacting a former corporator to report the incident.The video of the incident continued to draw attention on social media platforms, with many users expressing their support for the womans actions in defending herself. One user on X (formerly Twitter) commented, “Drink responsibly, everyone. Whatever the case, harassing a woman in a public place is not acceptable,” highlighting the importance of respecting others in public spaces, regardless of ones state of intoxication.Pune Woman Slaps Drunk Man 25 times for Allegedly harrasing Her inside Buspic.twitter.com/S5kMNynJYf— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) December 19, 2024This response resonates with the broader sentiment against harassment and emphasizes that such behavior, especially in public places, should never be tolerated. The incident has also sparked discussions about the role of law enforcement in responding to such matters quickly and effectively.
