Overview
- The confrontation occurred around 3:40 pm on March 16 near Hinjewadi IT Park before the ride started.
- The driver allegedly bit two fingers on the 42-year-old passenger’s left hand, partially severing one, and the victim was hospitalized.
- The victim filed a complaint the next day, leading Hinjewadi police to register an FIR.
- Officers arrested the accused and produced him before a court under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions for grievous hurt and provoking a breach of peace.
- Reporters noted Rapido had not issued a statement, and riders in Pune say drivers frequently reject app-quoted fares in favor of the meter.