A man was recently seen begging inside a Bengaluru Metro Green Line train, triggering public concern over safety and enforcement lapses in the city’s mass transit system. The incident, which occurred between Mantri Square Sampige Road and Srirampura stations, has reignited scrutiny over metro security protocols.
Man Begs In Bengaluru Metro
A video captured by a commuter shows the man walking through the last coach of the train and soliciting money from passengers, reported News18. According to the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), the man had entered the train with a valid ticket from Majestic station around 11 a.m. and exited at Dasarahalli. Officials said he began begging mid-journey and that no such activity was detected during routine patrols by Home Guards.
The footage quickly went viral on social media, with several commuters expressing discomfort and criticizing the lack of effective monitoring. Many users questioned how individuals could engage in begging inside metro coaches—spaces usually considered safe and regulated.
A viral video shows a person begging onboard a #NammaMetro train.BMRCL say ,”He entered train with a ticket at 11 am yesterday from Majestic & exited at Dasarahalli.He began begging later during the ride.However,no such activity was observed during routine patrol by HomeGuards.” pic.twitter.com/0WyHeiYQlc
— Yasir Mushtaq (@path2shah) October 15, 2025
This is not an isolated incident. In 2024, a differently-abled man was spotted begging on the Purple Line between Challaghatta and Kengeri, while a similar episode was reported in November 2023 on the Green Line, as per Deccan Herald. These recurring cases have raised concerns about lapses in enforcement and surveillance.
BMRCL reiterated that begging is strictly prohibited within metro premises and that security personnel regularly patrol coaches to prevent unauthorized activities such as vending, loud music, or seat misuse. However, commuters are now calling for more visible policing, improved surveillance systems, and stricter penalties to ensure passenger safety and preserve the sanctity of public transport spaces.
