New Taxi Policy Guidelines recommended by Women and Child Development
The safety measures, recommended by the Ministry of Women and
Child Development, concerning safety of women commuters availing of cab
services have been included in the new Taxi
Policy Guidelines.
These measures were recommended by the WCD Minister, Smt Maneka
Sanjay Gandhi to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and Shipping
(MoRTH).
Recommendations of WCD Ministry included in the New Taxi Policy
Guidelines:
- The
taxis should be mandatorily fitted with GPS panic devices.
- For
the safety of women and child passengers, the central locking system
in the taxis should not be allowed.
- The
driver’s identification along with the photo and registration number
of the vehicle should also be prominently displayed in the taxi.
- Violation
of the stipulated rules by the taxi operators/drivers should be strictly
dealt in accordance with law.
- Sharing of seat should be subject to willingness of passengers.
