What’s in the news?

• The Indian Railways has started the Meri Saheli initiative for the safety of women passengers. 
• Each Railway Division has formed a team which visits the lady passengers to ensure they are safe and secured. 
• They identify the lady passengers and comfort them, especially those travelling alone. They are also informed about helpline number 182 in case of emergency.

Reference:

1. http://newsonair.com/News?title=Railways-launches-%e2%80%98Meri-Saheli%e2%80%99-initiatives-for-safety-of-women-passengers&id=403347