A routine bike taxi booking took an unexpected turn for Mumbai-based content creator Ruchika Rajput when she found out who would be riding her to the destination. Her reaction was captured on video, along with parts of the journey that followed.What caught attention was not just the ride itself, but Ruchika’s response to travelling with a female captain. She later shared her experience online, where the post prompted users to discuss women working as bike taxi drivers and their experiences as passengers.
Ruchika waits for her Rapido ride
In the video, Ruchika is standing on a busy Mumbai street waiting for her ride. She appears excited after finding out that her captain will be a woman.“I am super excited,” she says while waiting.The video then follows parts of her journey with the female captain.
What she said after the ride
After reaching her destination, Ruchika shared her reaction to the journey and called it one of her “safest and smoothest” Rapido rides in a while.She also said she hoped seeing more women work as bike taxi drivers would encourage other women to explore similar opportunities.Ruchika ended the video by thanking the female captain.
Users share their reactions
The post received several comments from users.“We need more such services.”Another user wrote: “Wholesome experience!!!”One commenter shared their own reaction: “It is the best thing to ever happen, no feeling of being unsafe, they are such good riders they ride so smooth and they are so sweet too.”Another wrote: “Appreciate the efforts of @rapidoapp to travel safer for women and giving such opportunities to women.”Rapido also replied to Ruchika’s post:“Hi, thank you so much for the love and support! We’re delighted to know that you’re enjoying Rapido. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep creating better experiences for our customers.”
What is Rapido Pink?
Rapido Pink, also known as Pink Rapido, is a women-only ride-hailing and employment initiative by Rapido. It connects female passengers with female bike captains.Disclaimer: This article is based on social media content and user-generated reactions. The Times of India has not independently verified the claims made in the video.Thumb image: Instagram
