Thu Feb 13 01:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Techie Woman Fined ₹1000 for Working on Laptop While Driving at High Speed in Bengaluru
**Bengaluru:** A techie woman in Bengaluru has been fined ₹1000 for reckless driving after she was caught working on her laptop while driving at high speed. The incident, which occurred in the RT Nagar area, was captured on video by a fellow motorist who then shared the footage with the traffic police.
The video shows the woman driving her car while simultaneously operating a laptop. Police cited her for both overspeeding and displaying negligence while driving. The Bengaluru North Traffic DCP shared the incident on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the dangers of distracted driving. The post has since gone viral, prompting renewed calls for safer driving practices. The incident underscores the ongoing issue of drivers engaging in other activities behind the wheel, even despite awareness campaigns launched by traffic authorities. Police officials noted that this irresponsible behavior is particularly prevalent among educated individuals.
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