Bengaluru: Asha Mane’s late-night Rapido ride turned into an unforgettable story of trust and teamwork when her bike broke down mid-journey. The 38-km ride, booked around 11:45 pm with only 6% phone battery, could have ended in panic, but her Rapido captain’s calm and helpful approach restored her faith in late-night travel.
Asha shared the experience on Instagram, explaining that a few kilometers into the ride, the bike hit a pothole and the chain snapped. With no repair shop nearby and empty roads on either side, the situation could have been alarming. Instead, the captain assured her, “Don’t worry, we will fix it and I will drop you home.”
Together, the two strangers worked quietly in the dark, with Asha holding her phone torch while the captain fixed the chain. In less than 10 minutes, the bike was running again, and he kept his promise, safely dropping her home at 1 am.
Sharing the experience, Asha noted that such positive stories often stand out in a world dominated by negative conversations about late-night travel safety. She tagged Rapido, urging them to recognize captains who earn the trust of women travelers at any hour.
Rapido responded to the viral post: “Wow! This one hit differently. Not all heroes wear capes. Some fix chains under a streetlight at 12:50 am and still make sure you reach home safe. Thank you for sharing this moment of humanity and trust. We’ll make sure he gets the recognition he deserves.”
This story reminds us that safety is not just about rules or precautions—it can come from the kindness and reliability of the people we encounter.
