A recent video filmed at Bengaluru’s Namma Metro station near Madavara has triggered a wave of online debate about public behavior, personal privacy, and the role of social media. The 1.25-minute clip shows a young couple engaged in intimate behavior while waiting for a train. The man is seen placing his hand inside the woman’s jersey while surrounded by fellow passengers, including elderly individuals and families.
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Public Backlash Over PDA At Bangalore Metro Station
The response online has been swift and highly polarized. A large number of users condemned the couple’s actions as inappropriate for a shared public space like the Metro.
“This is not love. It’s sheer shamelessness,” one user commented. Another asked, “Is this what we are teaching the next generation?”
Several comments stressed that Metro stations are public spaces meant for everyone, including children and the elderly. Many felt such behaviour sets a bad example and disturbs others who use public transport regularly.
There were also growing calls for metro authorities to step up monitoring and enforce stricter public conduct guidelines. Some users demanded that Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) increase security presence to avoid similar incidents in the future.
Privacy vs Morality: A Divided Opinion
While many condemned the couple’s conduct, others pointed to a different concern—the ethics of filming and uploading such videos online. A large number of users questioned whether it was right to record people without their consent and then share it publicly.
“Two wrongs don’t make a right. What they did may be wrong, but so is filming and shaming them online,” one user wrote. Another added, “The people shouting about morality couldn’t even blur their faces. That’s a serious violation of privacy.”
This part of the conversation has led to an even deeper debate—where do we draw the line between maintaining public decency and respecting individual privacy?
BMRCL Yet to Respond
Despite the intensity of the public reaction, BMRCL has not released any official statement regarding the incident. The silence from the authorities has only added to the confusion, with many asking for clear guidelines on what is acceptable behavior in Metro premises.
Bottomline
Public places like metro stations are meant for all age groups and communities. While expressions of love or affection aren’t new, the setting and context matter. Respecting shared spaces should be a part of basic social awareness.
At the same time, recording someone without consent and broadcasting it to millions opens another can of worms. The internet doesn’t forget, and public shaming often has long-term consequences for those involved.
