A heartwarming act of compassion by a Rapido driver has captured widespread attention after a woman shared her experience on Instagram, highlighting his decision to stay with her late at night until she was safe. The incident, which occurred after the woman returned from Garba celebrations in an unnamed city, was detailed in a video that has since gone viral, amassing significant traction after being reshared by the Instagram page ‘sarcasmic_troll’. The woman’s story underscores small but profound acts of kindness, resonating with viewers who praised the driver’s gesture as a reminder that “humanity is still alive.”

In the video, the woman explained that she found herself stranded around midnight without keys to her flat, with her flatmate unavailable. Alone on a deserted road, she faced an unsettling situation until the Rapido driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, offered to stay by her side until her friend arrived. “It’s almost midnight now, and while I was waiting, the Rapido driver offered to stay back with me. He said, ‘Madam, I’ll stay with you until your friend comes back.’ And that is just so sweet,” she said in the video. Though the exact date and location of the incident could not be verified by NDTV, the story struck a chord online, drawing comments celebrating the driver’s empathy.

This incident echoes another recent act of goodwill by a Rapido driver in Gurugram, where severe waterlogging caused by heavy rainfall on September 1, 2025, led to chaotic traffic conditions. In that case, a woman named Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj praised driver Suraj Maurya for safely navigating a six-hour traffic jam to ensure she reached home. Bhardwaj shared a video showcasing the flooded streets, calling Maurya an “absolute gem” for his patience and professionalism. Rapido later rewarded Maurya for his dedication, highlighting the company’s appreciation for drivers who go beyond their duties to prioritise passenger safety.

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These stories come at a time when ride-hailing services are increasingly integral to urban mobility in India, with companies like Rapido gaining popularity for affordable, two-wheeler transport. The viral nature of these accounts, amplified through social media, reflects a public appetite for positive narratives amid challenging times. While the Garba night incident lacked specific details about the city or date, its emotional impact has sparked conversations about safety and trust in shared mobility. As one Instagram user commented, such acts “restore faith in humanity”, emphasising the power of small gestures in fostering community and care.

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