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'This Was My First Accident' - Jaipur woman’s road rage video goes viral

A Jaipur road rage video went viral after a woman damaged a bike; her apology sparked mixed reactions online.

By Subinita Basak

Mar 31, 2026 01:22 IST

The incident began when the motorcycle allegedly brushed against her scooter in heavy traffic. A small dispute quickly turned heated. Bystanders tried to intervene, but the woman continued. Visible in the X video, she repeatedly hits the bike with her helmet, then picks up a brick from the roadside and smashes it further. The bike's headlight and speedometer were badly damaged. The motorcycle owner stayed calm throughout and did not react aggressively.

Woman apologises after video goes viral

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After the video spread widely, the woman released an apology. She said she had been injured in her leg during the incident. She admitted losing control of her temper. "It was a new experience. This was my first accident," she said, calling her actions purely an emotional reaction. She apologised directly to the man for the damage and ended her video with the words, "Ishwar meri madad kare" (May God help me).

Public and police respond

Her apology video also went viral on X, but reactions remained split. Some accepted her regret. Others were not satisfied. One user questioned whether an apology alone was enough and demanded strict action. Another described her behaviour as irrational and suggested she may need anger management help. A third user speculated about the sequence of events that led to the clash.

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One user on X pointedly asked, "Am sure she will also pay for the damage repairs, no?!" A few others argued that people should not judge without knowing the full facts. Some even called it a "fair trade" if the bike had indeed hit her scooter first. After many users tagged Jaipur Police on X, authorities confirmed they are reviewing the incident.

The case has sparked debate about road rage and public behaviour in high-traffic urban areas. Many praised the motorcycle owner for remaining calm. The focus has now shifted to accountability and responsible conduct on the road.

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