Kolkata Driver Wins Hearts for Safely Dropping Drunk Passenger

New Delhi, January 5, 2026: A heartwarming incident from the streets of Kolkata has become a viral sensation, restoring faith in humanity during the holiday season. On December 31, 2025, a video was shared by Munna Ajij Mollick, a 31-year-old cab driver, documenting a late-night ride on Christmas Eve. The footage, captured via a dashboard camera for security, shows a young woman in a visibly inebriated state repeatedly asking if she would reach home safely. The driver was observed responding with remarkable patience and paternal care, calming her anxiety with the gentle words, “I know you’re drunk, beta. Please keep quiet, and I will take you to your home safely.”

Going Beyond the Meter: A Call to the Family

The interaction was seen taking a responsible turn when the passenger’s phone battery died, leaving her unable to communicate with her family. In a move that has been widely praised by netizens, Mollick was heard using his own phone to contact the woman’s mother. He was observed sharing his live location and providing constant updates to the worried parent. Even when the passenger jokingly feared her mother’s scolding, the driver was heard playfully calling her a “spoiled brat” while maintaining a strictly professional and protective boundary, ensuring the family was part of the safety loop.

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“It Was My Duty”: More Than Just a Ride

The viral video concludes with a display of “basic humanity” that has resonated deeply across India. Upon reaching the destination in Ultadanga, the woman was observed struggling to even operate the door. Mollick was seen stepping out of his cab, taking the keys from her, and personally unlocking the gate. He ensured she was comfortably seated inside her home before locking the door from the outside and returning the keys through the window. When later asked about his actions, the driver—who is a qualified Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) candidate—humbly stated that ensuring a vulnerable passenger’s safety was simply “his duty” as a citizen.

A Background of Struggle and Integrity

The story of Munna Ajij Mollick has touched a chord not just for his kindness, but for his personal resilience. Originally from Purba Bardhaman, Mollick was reported to have worked as a security guard for eight years while attending night college to uplift his family. Despite clearing the teaching exams, he turned to cab driving due to recruitment scams and financial necessity. It was remarked by many that his integrity shines even brighter given his own life’s challenges. The video has been hailed as a reminder of why Kolkata has been named India’s safest city for the fourth year in a row, highlighting a culture where “doing the right thing” is still a priority.

Privacy, Consent, and the Digital Legacy

While the video garnered over 31,000 likes almost instantly, it was later noted that Mollick deleted the original post from his channel, Raste Pe Barta, following a request from the passenger. Although she had initially consented to the recording, the overwhelming viral attention led her to seek privacy. However, the message of the video remains a permanent part of the digital conversation in 2026. It serves as a powerful counter-narrative to stories of urban harassment, proving that safety for women in public transport is significantly bolstered when individuals like Mollick choose empathy over indifference.