Ticket checker takes cash from elderly man in video. Reddit calls it daylight robbery
In the clip, reportedly filmed by another passenger onboard, the elderly man was seen offering a couple of notes to the TTE (Travelling Ticket Examiner). Instead of accepting the amount given, the TTE allegedly pulled the entire bundle of cash from his hand. After the man protested, the TTE appeared to think for a moment and then handed back a note.The user who posted the video claimed, 'If this case might be about Rs 100 bribe, it is enough if we normalised bribing. But what is this looting? Pulled whole amount from old man's hand and in return gave him a note.'The video didn't mention which train it was or where the incident took place. IndiaToday.in was unable to independently verify the location or the identities of the individuals involved.Take a look at the viral Reddit post here: Watch the video below: Reddit users had strong reactions. 'Tag Indian Railways, Rail Madad, and the Rail Minister on X. Also mention the train number and journey date. He must be punished,' said a user. Another user suggested it could have been a genuine fine. 'I think it's a penalty. He doesn't have an AC ticket but is standing in the reserved coach. Yes, even for standing you get fined,' they said.However, several others disagreed. 'That's clearly not a penalty. A penalty is recorded on paper and a receipt is issued. Why would he give back Rs 100 if it was official? This is just corruption,' one pointed out.Another comment broke it down further: 'If this were a fine, the TTE would issue a challan, not snatch money. He took the cash and returned one note only when the man pleaded. No record, no receipt - this is personal gain.''Corruption is a circle. Both parties play a role. Many old folks board without valid tickets. But there's a legal process, this wasn't it,' a user said. The incident sparked strong opinions online, with most users demanding accountability and urging authorities to identify the TTE involved. While the facts remain unverified, the video has indeed prompted concerns around on-ground corruption in the Indian Railways.- Ends
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