Kozhikode: An elderly woman in Kerala has set an example for traffic violators by boldly confronting bike riding on a footpath meant for pedestrians, a video that has won hearts and respect online for her courage and firm stand against traffic violations.
A now-viral video, shared online shows a elderly woman standing her ground near the Eranhipalam traffic signal in Kozhikode as a biker attempted to use the footpath to bypass traffic.
In the clip, a two-wheelers can be seen riding onto the pedestrian walkway, forcing pedestrians to make way for the scooter. The elderly woman stood right in front of the scooter rider, refusing to move even as he tries to manoeuvre past her.
At one point, she takes out her mobile phone, apparently recording the violation. Despite initial resistance from the rider, her firm stance and clear instructions leave him with little option but to retreat to the main road.
The video has garnered over 21 million views and thousands of comments, with users praising the woman’s courage and sense of responsibility.
“Salute to the bravery of this elderly woman. Footpaths are for people to walk, not for driving vehicles,” one user wrote.
Another commented, "What a solid take by the woman. We should take inspiration from her and stand up to all these uneducated riders. If every person takes responsibility for the laws in this nation by standing up, we will become much better in the civic sense department.”
Another user praising her bravery said, "We need more brave women like her."
