Women’s safety is a major concern, and the government, along with taxi service companies, is working hard to address it.
Special measures are being taken to ensure women feel safe while traveling by bike or car taxis. Companies like Rapido
and Uber have introduced strict safety features for their passengers and women drivers.
Recently, Uber updated its safety policy. It now offers a toll-free number for women, allowing them to contact the police directly in case of trouble with just one click.
New Safety Features in Uber
Uber has added an audio recording feature to its app. This allows both passengers and drivers to record audio during their trip. The recording can be used as a safety report if needed.
For women traveling at night, Uber has updated its Women Rider Preference (WRP) option. Female drivers can now choose to accept bookings only from female passengers, enhancing safety.
Safety Features in Rapido
Rapido also provides safety features for its riders. The app includes a location tracking option and a safety toolkit. This toolkit offers:
Location Sharing: Share your live location with trusted contacts.
SOS Helpline: Call the Rapido SOS helpline for immediate assistance.
Police Helpline (112): A quick-call option to contact the police in emergencies.
With these tools, Rapido ensures you can lodge complaints or call for help with just one click.
Uber has also introduced a “Women Rider Preference” (WRP) feature, which allows female drivers to accept ride requests exclusively from female passengers.
This feature is especially helpful for women traveling late at night.
Additionally, Uber has provided a special toll-free number for women, which directly connects them to the police in case of an emergency.
