Controversial fitness influencer Rajat Dalal ignites public outrage after a viral video shows him recklessly driving at high speed, hitting a motorcyclist in Delhi-NCR. Calls for his arrest and stricter penalties grow louder.
In a shocking turn of events, fitness influencer Rajat Dalal, notorious for his controversial behavior, has once again found himself at the center of a social media storm. This time, Dalal’s actions have sparked widespread outrage after a disturbing video surfaced showing him recklessly driving a speeding SUV on a busy highway in the Delhi-NCR region, resulting in a collision with a motorcyclist. The incident, captured on camera and shared widely across social media platforms, has led to an outcry from the public, with many calling for Dalal’s immediate arrest.
Reckless Driving and Callous Response
The video, which quickly went viral, appears to have been filmed by a passenger in the back seat of Dalal’s SUV. The footage shows Dalal driving at a dangerous speed of over 140 km/h on a congested road. Despite repeated warnings from a concerned woman seated next to him, Dalal dismissed her concerns with a casual “Aap befikar raho” (Don’t worry). Moments later, the inevitable happened—the SUV collided with a motorcyclist, causing him to fall. Instead of showing remorse, Dalal’s callous response, “Wo gir gaya, koi baat nahi. Roz ka yahi kaam hai ma’am” (He fell down, no big deal. It’s my daily routine), only fueled the public’s anger.
Social Media Backlash
The footage has ignited a firestorm on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where users expressed their horror and disbelief at Dalal’s apparent disregard for human life. Many users demanded swift action against the influencer, with calls for his arrest and a lifetime driving ban. One user aptly summarized the collective sentiment: “This man is a menace to society. He has done so many unlawful activities while on camera yet no significant action has been taken against him. Is this some kind of joke?”
Past Legal Troubles
This incident is not the first time Rajat Dalal has faced legal trouble. In June 2023, he was arrested in Ahmedabad for assaulting an 18-year-old boy who had posted a critical selfie on social media. Enraged by the post, Dalal and his associates abducted the boy, subjected him to brutal abuse, and later released a video of the assault. Despite his previous run-ins with the law, Dalal seems to have continued his reckless behavior, leading many to question the effectiveness of the legal system in curbing such actions.
My Perspective
The incident involving Rajat Dalal is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by influencers who misuse their platform and influence. Dalal’s actions not only endanger lives but also set a dangerous precedent for his followers. The casualness with which he responded to the accident reflects a deeper issue of entitlement and lack of accountability. It is imperative that authorities take stringent action against such behavior to send a clear message that no one is above the law, regardless of their social media status.
The incident also highlights the need for stricter regulations on social media influencers, particularly those who engage in reckless and dangerous behavior. While the public’s outrage is justified, it remains to be seen whether the legal system will hold Dalal accountable for his actions or if this will be another instance where social media outrage fails to translate into real-world consequences.
We hope that new influencers should take this incident as a lesson and refrain themselves from such behavior which may lead to any trouble for them or for others.