Ola Driver Demands Rs 5,950 Instead of Rs 285, Bengaluru Commuter Shares Ordeal

• A Bengaluru commuter faced an "extremely disturbing experience" with an Ola driver who allegedly demanded Rs 5,950 for a ride that initially showed Rs 285 in the app.
• The driver claimed the higher amount was due to cancelled old rides, threatening deductions from his account if not paid.
• Communication was difficult as the driver spoke mostly in Kannada, making the situation stressful for the non-Kannada speaking passenger.
• Ola's emergency support was "disappointing and dismissive," refusing to acknowledge it as a safety issue and abruptly disconnecting the call.
• The driver fled after the commuter's house owner arrived and suggested going to the police station; Bengaluru Police advised reporting such incidents to 112.