A woman’s reaction to a late-night cab ride in Mumbai has caught the attention of social media users. Her experience has started a conversation about the precautions women often take when travelling alone and how these concerns can shape even a routine journey. What made her story stand out was a simple sentence she used to describe how she felt.
Woman shares her experience of taking a cab in Mumbai at 2 AM
Apoorva had landed in Mumbai at around 2 am and booked a cab. She was surprised to find a female driver. Sharing the experience in an Instagram video, she said, “I felt like a man today.”Apoorva explained that she could relax during the ride without constantly worrying about her safety. She usually keeps track of the route and makes sure someone knows her whereabouts when travelling alone at night. This time, she felt less concerned about having to take those precautions.
What she meant by feeling like a man
Apoorva clarified that her comment was not meant to suggest that men never face safety risks. She wanted to highlight how women often have to take additional precautions while travelling alone, particularly after dark.Her experience made her reflect on the difference between travelling without worry and feeling the need to remain alert throughout a journey.
Social media reacts to the viral video
The video prompted discussions about women’s safety, with several users relating to the concerns she described.One male user reportedly acknowledged that men may take for granted the freedom to travel alone without always having to consider the same precautions.The reactions highlighted the concern at the centre of Apoorva’s account: the additional thought many women put into their safety during everyday activities.Disclaimer: The Times of India has not independently verified the claims made in the viral Instagram video. The views and experiences shared in the video belong to the individual concerned and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publication.Thumb image: Instagram