Archive · 1 Sep 2025
Kolkata Women Cite Safety Concerns in NARI 2025 Report
A new report says Kolkata is one of the least safe cities for women in India.
Many women in Kolkata shared their stories about feeling unsafe.
They face issues on public transport and in public spaces, including unwanted physical contact and harassment.
Some women have altered their routes or schedules to avoid uncomfortable situations.
They also feel the lack of support from authorities and the state government.
Some women expressed disappointment that the city's safety hasn't improved despite past incidents.
Many feel the constant gaze and judgment from men.
The report highlights the need for change.
Kolkata ranked among the least safe cities for women in NARI 2025 report.
Women in Kolkata report harassment on public transport.
Some women have changed routines to avoid uncomfortable situations.
Many women feel unsafe in public spaces, due to harassment and judgment.
Women express disappointment at lack of institutional and governmental support.
- Who
- Women in Kolkata
- What
- Safety concerns and experiences in Kolkata
- When
- Report released this past week
- Where
- Kolkata
- Why
- To highlight the lack of safety and systemic issues faced by women
- Report Name
- National Annual Report & Index on Women's Safety (NARI) 2025
- Safest Cities (NARI 2025)
- Mumbai, Kohima, Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar, Aizawl, Gangtok, Itanagar
- Least Safe Cities (NARI 2025)
- Patna, Jaipur, Faridabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Srinagar, Ranchi
- Location of Concerns
- Public transport, streets
