Case Against Instagram Account For Sharing Pics Of Women On Bengaluru Metro

The account, operating under the handle ‘metro\_chicks’, had shared at least 14 videos taken without the knowledge or consent of women commuters before it was taken down following public outrage.

The posts, which first appeared on April 11, featured close-up footage of women’s bodies — often filmed as they walked or stood inside metro coaches or station platforms. The videos were typically accompanied by objectifying captions such as “Beautiful girls of Bengaluru,” prompting widespread anger and calls for accountability.

The content alarmed social media users, who flagged the posts and demanded immediate action. As the videos spread on the internet, several individuals tagged Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and city police officials, urging them to investigate the matter.