Hyderabad woman claims man engaged in obscene act in front of her during morning run
A Hyderabad woman claimed that a man engaged in an obscene act on a public cycling track right in front of her, sparking outrage and renewed concerns over women's safety in public spaces.
A woman from Hyderabad shared a disturbing experience that she had during her morning run on a public cycling track, as she alleged that a man engaged in an obscene act right in front of her.
In the now-viral video circulating on social media, the woman was seen walking along the track as she narrated the incident. She said the episode took place around 6:15 amhat morning, adding that the area was usually crowded at that hour.
“I was standing, and it was like 6 and at 6:15 this guy was engaging in an obscene act at the cycle track...it’s crowded,” she said, expressing shock at what she witnessed.
She added that she tried to capture the moment but missed recording the man’s face by a fraction of a second. “I wish my camera would have opened like two milliseconds earlier. I could have shown his face,” she said, adding that the man left the spot soon after.
Visibly shaken, she also addressed the broader issue of women's safety public spaces. Questioning the constant scrutiny women face, she said, she panned the camera towards her attire, saying, “What else am I supposed to wear? I’m running.. I don’t even come before sunrise. I always come after sunrise.”
She further explained how she timed her runs carefully to avoid isolated hours, yet still didn't feel safe.
She also spoke about discomfort during daily commutes, alleging that even while travelling, she often faced unwanted attention. “This is supposed to be a safe space. Isn’t it Hyderabad?” she asked towards the end of the clip.
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The video triggered strong reactions online, with several users expressing anger and concern over the incident.
Several commenters said such behaviour reflected a growing issue of harassment in public spaces, adding that stricter action and awareness were needed.
Others stressed the importance of better education around boundaries and respect, with some specifically calling for more comprehensive sex education at an early stage.
A number of users also echoed the woman’s concerns about safety, with some claiming that they no longer feel secure in public spaces, even during daytime hours.
The incident brought attention to the challenges women faced while accessing everyday public spaces, whether for exercise, travel, or routine activities.