Feminism In India: 3 Women Drivers Breaking The Mold

Parvathy Arya
She is yet another example to derive inspiration from. This woman holds the Guinness World Record of being Asia's first woman truck driver. Having her roots in Mandsaur, Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh, Parvathy Arya was honored by the state government in the year 2012.

Yogita Raghuvanshi
The death of her husband in 2000 brought many responsibilities to her shoulders. Her B.Com and LLB degree was not put to use as she realized that the driving profession would bring her money instantly. This woman from Mumbai deserves respect and recognition.

The issue of gender inequality is getting diluted but it has a long way to go from bearing lewd stares of lechers to mocking and taunts of transport officials. The determination and strong will of these women would take them to places and pave way for others to fight oppression.
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