Daijiworld Media Network - Bengaluru
Bengaluru, April 11: A video showing a young couple engaging in a Public Display of Affection (PDA) at a metro station platform in Bengaluru has gone viral on social media, igniting widespread debate over appropriate public conduct.
The 1.25-minute video, uploaded late on Thursday night, shows the couple engaged in an indecent act while waiting to board a train at the Namma Metro station. Surrounded by other passengers, including elderly individuals, the couple appears entirely unmindful of the public setting.
The video captures the young man placing his hand inside the young woman's clothing while standing in a queue, an act which continues for an extended period.
The footage has raised concerns, with many social media users expressing disapproval, calling the behaviour inappropriate for a public space. There have been calls for authorities to take stricter action against such behaviour to ensure public spaces remain safe, clean, and respectful for everyone.
The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has yet to release an official statement on the incident.
The video was posted on social media platform X by ‘Karnataka Portfolio’ with the caption, “Is Bengaluru heading towards Delhi Metro culture??? Disturbing public behaviour at Namma Metro station raises questions about decency in Bengaluru.”
The post expressed disappointment and concern, stating, “It is extremely disappointing and concerning to witness the kind of behaviour that some individuals are now displaying in public spaces. A recent incident at the Namma Metro station near Madavara has left many shocked and uncomfortable. A young man was seen indulging in highly inappropriate behaviour with his girlfriend, openly placing his hands inside her clothes in a vulgar manner while standing with her. Such actions, especially in a public place like a metro station, are completely unacceptable.”
The post further emphasised the need for respect in public spaces: “Public spaces are meant for everyone – children, women, families, elders – and to see people treat them as private zones for intimate behaviour is both disrespectful and disgraceful. It reflects a growing lack of shame and decency among certain individuals who seem to have no regard for public conduct or the people around them.”
Additionally, the post questioned the attitude of some young women who, according to the writer, may tolerate or even encourage such actions. “This is not boldness or freedom – this is carelessness, disrespect, and a lack of social awareness.”
The post also commented on the changing cultural landscape of Bengaluru: “Bengaluru has always been a city known for its progressive yet respectful culture. Unfortunately, with incidents like these becoming more frequent, one can't help but wonder what kind of values are being brought into our city, and why basic standards of public behaviour are being ignored.”
The controversy surrounding the video has sparked heated debate on social media, with many commenting on the uploading of the video without blurring the faces of the young couple. Some users argue that it is a violation of the couple's privacy, while others contend that such footage serves to highlight the need for stronger public behaviour standards.
As the debate continues, many are calling for a clearer definition of acceptable conduct in public spaces, especially in shared environments like metro stations.