We are tired of this constant scrutiny, constant fear of being laughed at, ridiculed and reduced to nothing but a mere toy. Just this morning when I was on my way to college, an asshole passed a comment. I decided to ignore it because I had a 9.16 train to catch. As I reached Churchgate, another jackass passed a comment and this time I was determined to give it back to him. I realised what he said right in my ears after 2 seconds and chased him as soon as i registered those horrible words. He looked behind and saw me coming. He ran and I ran after him, asked for a little help from a passerby but all he did was look at me like a fool. Though I couldn't get hold of him but I was hell bent on doing something about it and hence this post. I thought of calling on 103- the helpline started by Mumbai Police for women and elderly people in city. But it wouldn't help unless I have some proof of the incident.
We have had enough of such nonsense. I am sure many girls and women go through such occurances every day. The ladies compartment in the suburban locals are full of indecent illustrations of nude women drawn on the walls with unwanted graffiti and derogatory remarks. Dont we deserve to live with respect and a little peace of mind?
I urge all men reading this to help women if ever you spot a woman in any of such situation and I urge women to be strong and fight against it.
I DREAD LOOKING BEAUTIFUL,
I HATE THE SIGHT OF MIRROR,
AM HAPPY UGLY, AM HAPPY UNATTRACTIVE.
AM NOT YOUR SLAVE,
AM NOT ASHAMED OF MY IDENTITY, MY GENDER.
AM HIDEOUS AND STRONG.
I WONT BEG TO BE LEFT ALONE,
IT'S MY RIGHT TO BREATHE FREE,
I AM PROUD TO BE A WOMAN..
