Tech
that! App for women’s safety, bins to send alerts
Extract:
In a move towards enhancing women's
safety, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) plans to collaborate with
the police to develop a mobile application.
This app aims
to provide a platform for women to seek immediate assistance in cases of street
sexual harassment and molestation.
Furthermore,
BMC is considering the implementation of an Internet of Things (IoT) network to
interconnect various devices for seamless data exchange among themselves and
other systems.
This initiative underscores the
significance of leveraging technology to address social issues and ensure the
safety and security of citizens, particularly women.
By integrating
digital solutions with law enforcement efforts, BMC is taking proactive steps
to empower women and enhance overall public safety in the city.
My Take:
BMC turns responsive ? ……08/12/2017
"Reading
about BMC's latest move to introduce a safety app for women brings to mind my
past suggestions regarding utilizing technology for civic issues.
The concept of
leveraging mobile applications for quick grievance redressal, as seen in BMC's
new initiative, resonates with my earlier proposal of using digital platforms
for efficient complaint management."
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Law Enforcement: Let Technology Decide …..15/03/2018
"As BMC
ventures into developing an app for women's safety, it reminds me of the
importance of incorporating technology in law enforcement practices.
The
integration of IoT for data exchange in BMC's proposed system aligns with the
emphasis I placed on utilizing technology for efficient record-keeping and
crime detection in law enforcement."
Call to Action:
To the Brihanmumbai Municipal
Corporation (BMC) and the police department, I urge both entities to
collaborate closely in implementing the safety app efficiently.
Ensuring
seamless coordination and swift response mechanisms will be crucial in making
the app a valuable tool for women's safety.
Let's
prioritize user-centric design and regular feedback mechanisms to continuously
improve the app's effectiveness in combating street harassment and ensuring a
safer environment for all citizens.
With regards,
Hemen Parekh