Rickshawpullers
Rickshaw is a favourite form of transport both in cities and rural areas. Rickshaw cannot create much problem in rural areas as the number of vehicles is less there. But in cities, rickshaws cause traffic jams. Rickshawpullers believe that road rules are not for them to abide by. So they pull their vehicle however they fancy, without showing any concern for safety. During rough weather like rain or storm they charge exorbitant amounts. Again, during school, college or university time they ask for double the fare. In such cases girls become the worst sufferers as they do not jump on a rickshaw like the boys or bargain with a loud voice.
If the traffic policeman on duty keeps his eyes open, girls would not face such problems. Again, I feel it would be beneficial to modify the designs of rickshaws to make them less vulnerable to accidents. It would also have features to make it more comfortable to passengers.
The relevant authorities should come forward to do the needful.
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