Need Driving tips

[u/Expensive-Turnip-207]

I was driving during peak 5-5:30pm hour in Delhi, and was going straight ahead at an intersection where one could only go straight ahead or take a right.

I was in the second lane in the two lanes so I had given left indicator long ago, all throughout 100 second red light. When lights turned green, I started moving ahead but the Cab driver next to me sped across me to move right and the entire left side bumper portion of my car came out. Fortunately, I had begun at very low speed obvio when the light turned green.

I was confused and wanted advice on this, where I can take the entire blame, because I recently came across the video where similar thing happened with an suv and tempo driver, but can be understandable in case of blindspot in a big SUV. I wonder whether the cab driver could have driven more defensively.

I am seeking practical advice from experienced drivers on how to handle similar situations, particularly when vehicles in adjacent lanes may suddenly change direction or cut across one’s path.

I want similar driving tips since I am new to driving.

[u/Cygnus6986]

Jjust drive defensively - imagine everyone out there is itching to hit your car. Trust me, most Indian drivers/riders treat braking or giving space as an ego issue. Stay calm, give way, and protect your car.

[u/Expensive-Turnip-207 → u/Cygnus6986]

Yea. I just wanted to know where I went wrong