Navi Mumbai Launches Women’s Safety Campaign with Street Plays
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has launched a week-long campaign featuring street plays across the city to engage citizens in meaningful dialogue about women’s rights, safety measures, and the importance of community involvement. Running from May 30 to June 6, this initiative is part of NMMC’s broader commitment to fostering a safer and more inclusive environment for women.
Under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailash Shinde, the Social Development Department has collaborated with Shravasti Natya Sanstha to present these performances. The plays will be staged at various locations across all eight ward divisions, ensuring widespread accessibility and participation.
The schedule is as follows:
May 30 – Digha and Ghansoli Divisions:
- Digha: Front of Hindmata Vidyalaya, Vishnunagar Naka, near Ilthanpada Digha Vihri, near Siddhivinayak Temple (Ishwar Nagar), near Namumpa Toilet (Ramnagar). - Ghansoli: Dagdu Chahu Patil Chowk, near D-Mart, Haware Chowk, Bhimnagar (Rabale), Nosil Naka.
May 31 – Vashi Division:
- Sec. 9 Mini Market (in front of Warna Dairy), Juhugaon (Namumpa School No. 27), Washigaon Machhi Market (Premanath Chowk), Sec. 6/7 (Janata Market), Sec. 9A (Noor Masjid).
June 2 – Turbhe Division:
- Indiranagar Samaj Mandir, Turbhe Store (near Dr. Ambedkar Statue), Koparigaon (Bhaji Market near the cremation ground), Bank of India (Sec. 24), Sanpada Station Khamagalli.
June 3 – Koparkhairane Division:
- Sec. 15 (Gulab Sons Dairy), Sec. 6 (near Railway Station), Bonkode (water tank), Shramik Nagar Slum (Samaj Mandir), Koparkhairane Sec. 1 to 4 Maidan.
June 4 – Nerul Division:
- Vidya Bhavan School (Sec. 18), Bancholi Maidan (Sec. 20), Sahakar Bazar (Sec. 6), Nerul Railway Station (front), Sec. 8 (Ground in front of Library).
June 5 – Belapur Division:
- Karvegaon (Talav Bus Stop), Daravegaon (Nageshwar Talav Circle), Diwalegaon (Machhi Market), Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar (Sec. 8 CBD), Belapurgaon Talav.
June 6 – Airoli Division:
- Airoli Railway Station (Depot, Sec. 3), Chincholi Garden, Chinchpada (near Sai Baba Temple), Airoli Naka (near lake), Airoli Village Marathi School.
Each session is scheduled for two daily performances: from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM and again from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. These timings are designed to accommodate a wide range of participants, including working professionals, students, and homemakers. The initiative is part of NMMC’s broader commitment to fostering a safer and more inclusive environment for women.
Previous efforts have included the inauguration of a free legal aid cell for women, aimed at empowering them to make informed decisions with legal backing. Additionally, the corporation has been active in promoting gender equality through various cultural programs and awareness campaigns.
The street plays are expected to serve as a catalyst for community engagement, encouraging citizens to actively participate in discussions about women’s safety and to take collective responsibility for creating a secure environment. By leveraging the power of theatre, the campaign seeks to make the message of women’s empowerment both accessible and impactful. Residents are encouraged to attend the performances in their respective areas and contribute to the ongoing dialogue about women’s rights and safety.
Through collective action and awareness, Navi Mumbai aims to set a precedent for other cities in promoting gender equality and creating a safer urban environment for all.
