India, Aug. 26 -- A video of an autorickshaw driver slapping a minor passenger in the middle of a busy road has prompted swift action from the Andheri Regional Transport Office (RTO), which seized the driver's vehicle on Monday and initiated proceedings that could lead to suspension of his licence and permit.

The viral clip, widely shared on social media over the weekend, shows the driver forcing the boy out of his rickshaw near Andheri railway station and striking him repeatedly as passersby watched. The incident has sparked outrage online, with several users demanding strict punishment for the driver and stronger safeguards for passengers.

Acting on the footage, the Andheri RTO seized the autorickshaw and issued a notice to the driver...