Navratri in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad : The Abhayam 181 women helpline received more than 10 calls since the start of Navratri from women and girls seeking assistance in reaching home after being unable to find transport. Counsellors said women facing similar situations can also contact the 112 emergency helpline for police assistance. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ahmedabad | Silver Rate in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Petrol Price in Ahmedabad | Diesel Price in Ahmedabad | CNG Price in Ahmedabad | LPG Price in Ahmedabad Stay updated with the latest Ahmedabad news.
“These calls were made by women and girls who repeatedly tried to book cabs or hire autorickshaws, but could not get transport because of the distance or the location,” a counsellor said. Officials said most such interventions have involved locations on the outskirts of the city or in industrial areas where transport options are limited late at night. In one such case, three women who had attended an event at a party plot on the Kathwada-Singarva Road were stranded when they came out around 2am and failed to find a vehicle to take them home. They subsequently contacted the helpline for assistance. Ahmedabad police have appealed to women to remain vigilant and ensure their safety while participating in the Navratri festivities. Download the TOI App.