App-Based Cabs (Ola, Uber, Rapido)

  • Always verify: driver name, photo, vehicle number, and car model BEFORE getting in
  • Share your live trip details with a trusted contact via the app's share feature
  • Sit in the back seat — avoid the front passenger seat with unknown drivers
  • Call through the app — avoid sharing your personal number with drivers
  • If the driver deviates from the route, call someone and speak loudly about your location
  • Rate and report any suspicious behaviour after the trip
SOS Feature: Both Ola and Uber have an in-app emergency SOS button that alerts the police and your emergency contacts simultaneously. Know where it is before you need it.

Auto-Rickshaws

  • Always insist on the meter — or agree on price before boarding
  • Note the registration number (front/rear plate) before getting in
  • Share your ETA with family/friends for late-night rides
  • Prefer pre-paid auto services at railway stations and airports

Public Transport (Metro, Bus, Train)

  • Keep bags in front of you in crowded spaces — not on your back
  • Keep your phone out of sight in crowded areas
  • Use women-only compartments where available
  • Be aware of your surroundings at all times — avoid burying yourself in your phone
Never share: Your destination, accommodation details, or travel plans with strangers, including drivers.