Elderly woman injured by speeding delivery rider in Bengaluru

An elderly woman was injured in Bengaluru when a speeding delivery rider hit her and her husband on Monday afternoon. The woman, who is in her 60s, was taken to a nearby hospital, where doctors confirmed she did not suffer any fractures. Witnesses have voiced growing concerns about the reckless behavior of delivery riders in the city. Many residents say these riders often ignore traffic rules while rushing to make deliveries on tight schedules. A local resident criticized this "nonsensical 10-minute rush delivery" and called for government action to limit delivery vehicle speeds to 50 km/h, similar to taxi regulations. Social media users reacted strongly, expressing frustration over the issue. Some criticized companies for prioritizing speed over safety. One user suggested that the government could easily ban such rush deliveries. Others noted that the problem goes beyond speed, mentioning reckless driving habits and a general disregard for traffic laws among delivery riders. Residents also called for accountability from bike rental services. They argue that these rental riders often flout rules because they feel it is unlikely they will be caught by police. Overall, there is a strong call for more stringent regulations and better enforcement to improve safety on Bengaluru's roads.