Free auto service for women in Delhi?


Don't remember where exactly, but I saw this auto on Delhi roads. For those who cannot read Hindi, the poster struck on the windows read - "Free service for ladies. Evening 4 pm to night 10 pm. To metro station or bus stand" And this was no women's day special, for this photo was taken … Continue reading Free auto service for women in Delhi?

How many emergency numbers must we learn?


This poster was put up in all the coaches of all Delhi Metro trains. A total of seven different emergency numbers to call!  Then there is the women's helpline that was recently launched. Do you remember what that was? The Delhi police has 1091 as the Women's help line number. The Delhi Chief Minister's  office … Continue reading How many emergency numbers must we learn?

Representation before the Honourable Justice JS Verma Committee, looking into possible amendments to the criminal law so as to provide for quicker trial and enhanced punishment for criminals, accused of committing sexual assault of extreme nature against women.


I just submitted the following representation to the Justice JS Verma committee. Obviously, these are my personal views and these may not agree with what others may have to say on the subject. I am posting this up for a wider discussion and to encourage more people to write to the committee. You are welcome … Continue reading Representation before the Honourable Justice JS Verma Committee, looking into possible amendments to the criminal law so as to provide for quicker trial and enhanced punishment for criminals, accused of committing sexual assault of extreme nature against women.