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The idea seeks to bring a level of accountability to the public transportation system especially buses. The 2012 Delhi rape case, where a 23 year old women was beaten and raped in a private bus, left several women feeling vulnerable while using buses

The idea seeks to bring a level of accountability to the public transportation system especially buses. The 2012 Delhi rape case, where a 23 year old women was beaten and raped in a private bus, left several women feeling vulnerable while using buses

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Nearly 90% of domestic workers in India are women or children (especially girls), ranging from ages 12 to 75. Working women in several households rely heavily on the help for everyday activities. Domestic workers face issues of safety and sexual har

Nearly 90% of domestic workers in India are women or children (especially girls), ranging from ages 12 to 75. Working women in several households rely heavily on the help for everyday activities. Domestic workers face issues of safety and sexual har

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Namrata commented on Helping Hands

Hi Laura, That would be wonderful! I would love to hear their views. Thank you so much!

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Namrata commented on Towards safer buses

Thank you for your interest Meena! So cabs/autos drivers already do this (http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/after-autos-cabs-to-have-drivers-details/article4296848.ece). I have mailed the Delhi Transport Authority asking for their feedback. I will update this idea once they reply.

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Namrata commented on Helping Hands

Thank you for your encouragement Jamie!
I have contacted both these organisations asking for their feedback/ their help in implementation. The idea still has a question of motivation; will the employers and domestic workers see the benefits of forming such a community? I am waiting for their response and will update this idea accordingly.