Muslim Cab Driver in Agra Harassed, Pressured to Chant ‘Jai Shri Ram’

A 64-year-old Muslim cab driver in Agra was allegedly harassed by a group of young men who tried to force him to chant “Jai Shri Ram” near the Taj Mahal parking area.

The driver, identified as Rais, was waiting for passengers when the men approached him. A video of the incident, which quickly spread across social media, shows him visibly distressed as the group repeatedly pressures him to chant the slogan. When he refuses, the man recording the video — identified as Rohit — can be heard saying, “Jai Shri Ram bolega tu, 2–3 din mein” (“You will say Jai Shri Ram in two or three days”).

The clip sparked a strong reaction online, with many social media users condemning the behaviour and calling it an example of Islamophobic intimidation. Commentators highlighted how elderly Muslim workers in tourist zones are increasingly vulnerable to such incidents, and pointed to a wider trend of forced religious sloganeering.

Following the public outcry, Agra Police said they had taken note of the video after it was flagged by a local journalist. Officials confirmed that the Tajganj police station and the Cyber Cell have been asked to look into the matter and take “necessary action.”
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation continues.

Rights groups and researchers have previously observed that similar coercive use of religious slogans has emerged across India, disproportionately targeting Muslims, particularly those working in informal or low-income sectors.