The destiny of a female driver in India

Women today are taking on tough tasks breaking down gender preconceptions and making a name for themselves in a variety of professional fields We are seeing a rise in womens leadership across industries as well as an increase in the number of women in jobs where they have never before participatedOne such prominent job is that of cab driver with unwavering persistence and excitement the number of female drivers both in urban regions and in tier 2 cities has seen its momentumAs we celebrate International Womens Day lets hear the remarkable journeys of these women amplifying their voices and recognising their pivotal role in challenging and reshaping gender norms These women come from a variety of backgrounds including single mothers IIT graduates entrepreneurial side hustlers primary breadwinners for their families and moreWhat is it like to be a female driver in IndiaShivani Delhi Being a female driver in India has been an enriching experience for me Every day I meet riders who are surprised to see a female driver While there is some negative feedback most of the interactions with riders are positive and encouragingNeelam Delhi As an Uber driver in India is an empowering experience In recent years more and more women have joined the profession indicating a positive shift within the industry I have noticed a growing number of women driving various vehicles including buses and ambulances which is inspiring to seeAmmu G Bangalore To be a female driver in India has its challenges but it is also rewarding I joined this profession due to the financial impact of the COVID19 pandemic but I continue to work as it offers me financial freedom I believe I have become more confident in my lifeWhat motivated you to pursue this career Can you share with us an anecdote of your experience vs expectationsShivani Delhi After the loss of my husband I needed a stable income to support my children financially With the help of an NGO I was introduced to Uber and connected with other women drivers associated with the platform Initially I had doubts about whether I could pursue this career but the positive feedback I received from my fellow women drivers motivated me to continueAmmu G Bangalore I was motivated to pursue this career primarily for financial reasons Uber offered me a chance to earn a decent income while also providing the flexibility to balance work and personal life which is important for me as a single womanIs the system designed to defend the rights of female drivers What modifications in the regulation do you believe should be madeShivani Delhi In terms of safety and rights while there are measures in place I believe more can be done to ensure the protection of female drivers As for making the driving industry more inclusive sharing the stories and experiences of other women drivers can encourage more women to consider driving as a viable career optionNeelam Delhi I believe some modifications can be made to ensure increased safety for women drivers especially during night shifts While some safety measures are in place I believe additional regulations are needed to further increase the protection of female drivers considering that many safety measures rely on mobile technology which may not always be accessible in emergenciesAmmu G Bangalore I have never faced any safety challenges but a few of my fellow drivers have faced some issues with drunk passengers and shared their experiences I believe some more measures can be implemented to ensure the safety of female driversIf you had to call an Uber yourself would you feel safer with a female or male driverNeelam Delhi If I were to call an Uber for myself I believe I would feel safer with a female driver and I have had many female passengers express the same sentiment Being a female driver helps create a sense of security for passengers especially women traveling aloneAmmu G Bangalore If I had to call an Uber myself I would not necessarily feel safer with a female or male driver Safety is not determined by gender but rather by the individual drivers professionalism and behaviourHow do you think the driving industry can become more inclusive and supportive of female driversNeelam Delhi To make the driving industry more inclusive and supportive of female drivers education plays a vital role Many women are unaware of the opportunities available in this profession By sharing our stories and experiences we can inspire more women to consider driving as a viable career optionAmmu G Bangalore Providing training on gender sensitivity and implementing policies to address safety concerns can go a long way in creating a more welcoming environment for female driversIn your opinion what role can women play in shaping the future of transportation and driving technologiesShivani Delhi I believe women have a significant role to play in shaping the future of transportation and driving technologies We are already seeing more women driving buses cabs and autos As the industry evolves I am hopeful that more opportunities will open up and we will see increased women participationNeelam Delhi Women are already playing a significant role in shaping the future of transportation I believe that with more encouragement and support more women will have the courage to enter this field and contribute to its evolutionAmmu G Bangalore Women can play a significant role in shaping the future of transportation and driving technologies by actively participating in the industry advocating for their rights and contributing their unique perspectives and experiences to the development of new technologies and policiesHow do you maintain a worklife balance during irregular hoursShivani Delhi Gig work offers flexibility allowing me to work whenever suits me best This flexibility has helped me maintain a healthy worklife balance and care for my children while earning a livingIts crucial to amplify the voices of female drivers in India while recognizing their contributions Through shared experiences education and policy reforms we can see a silver lining to pave the way for more women in shaping the future of transportationThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever