E‑rickshaw drivers warn of remote battery switch‑off via unsecured apps

An e‑rickshaw operator recounted a recent incident where his vehicle stopped suddenly while on a fare. Initial checks suggested a mechanical fault, but the mechanic later discovered that a software application had been used to cut power to the battery. The driver paid roughly 300 rupees to have the mechanic reconnect the battery through the same mobile app, restoring operation. The same driver said the vehicle was shut down again later by an unknown party while he was on the road, highlighting the vulnerability of unsecured Bluetooth BMS setups.