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Woman foils molester on bus in Bengaluru; video goes viral

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  1. Woman slapped and confronted a man after he allegedly touched her inappropriately on a BMTC bus in Bengaluru.

  2. Driver Praveen stopped the bus, locked doors, and questioned the accused; the man removed his shirt, spat on the driver, and fled when doors were opened due to traffic.

  3. Driver alleged the same man had earlier that day misbehaved with another woman and was forced to get off; he reportedly buys a daily pass and sits in reserved seats near women's seats.

  4. A video of the confrontation recorded by passengers went viral on social media, with many demanding action against the accused.

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