Killer Helmet

We wear helmets to protect ourselves from deadly injuries. But what if the helmet itself becomes the reason behind an accident?
Yes, today I’m going to tell you the story of a killer helmet.

Many riders—especially Pathao and Uber bikers—use a cheap kind of helmet, locally known as the “bati helmet.” Don’t be fooled by its look; it cannot save a head in a crash. Instead, it often turns into a weapon of danger. Because it’s cheap, riders don’t take care of it. They hang it loosely, and while riding, it often slips off, falls on the road, and sometimes bounces back to hit the biker behind. That single moment of carelessness can cost one or many lives.

Last night, I experienced this nightmare myself. I was riding home after office, a tired evening as usual. Just in front of me was a ride-sharing biker. His bike looked miserable—exhaust coughing out thick white smoke. Suddenly, without warning, his “bati helmet” slipped off and landed right in front of my wheel. In a split second, my life was hanging on the edge. One wrong move, and I would have been thrown into the chaos of the road.

But by the grace of God—and thanks to my ABS braking system—I managed to stop just in time. My heart was racing, my hands stiff on the handlebar, but I was safe.

That night taught me a lesson I’ll never forget.

Suggestions I want to share with every rider:

1. Always remember—life is more valuable than anything else.
2. Tie your extra helmet securely before riding.
3. Never use these cheap “bati helmets.” They are not protection; they are a trap.

And if you ever face such a sudden road emergency:

1. Stay calm—panic only makes it worse.
2. Press your front and rear brakes together, in balance.
3. Never press the clutch in such a moment.
4. Hold your front brake until the bike stops, but release the rear brake just before halting to avoid skidding.

Note: And if you survive such a scare, don’t just ride away. If possible, talk to the careless rider. Maybe your words can make him more aware, and perhaps save lives in the future.