Ensure your safety amidst Holi Wishes, Celebrations

A Delhi University professor was allegedly molested by a group of university students on Thursday. The incident once again shows how unsafe the Capital is for women despite the tall claims by the police and the state government. Around 10 DU students allegedly molested the assistant professor and also attempted to thrash her when she objected to being attacked with water balloons.

Before you get into the fun of Holi it is very important to ensure safety of yourself and your loved ones. These are some of the things which you should follow this Holi :

Safety tips for women on Holi

• Make sure youre accompanied by one more responsible person
• People take advantage on the pretext of colouring women. So, stick to playing Holi only with close friends and family
• Therell be cops at each intersection, so do not drink and drive. If you are high on alcohol or bhaang, make sure theres a driver with you
• Avoid having bhaang and other food & drinks if offered by strangers
• Dress wisely and carry a dupatta or a stole. Leave your expensive jewellery at home
• Remember you have the police on your side and if any untoward revellers misbehave, you can make a complaint Tips by Suman Nalwa, additional DCP, Crime Against Women Cell, and Gurpreet Bawa of 24 Secure.

Ensure you Kids Safety Amid Fun

• Staying wet for hours can lead to a drop in body temperature, that makes kids prone to catching cold, so its best to allow kids out at noon.
• Discourage your children from playing Holi with eggs or mud.
• Keep a big bucket of water handy for emergencies. If a child swallows colour, he should be made to vomit immediately. This can be done by making him drink warm water with salt or inducing vomiting.
• If colour enters the eyes, wash them with clean water immediately. “ Use antibiotic eye drops. Dont use steroid drops without the prescription of a doctor,” Dr Umesh Bareja, a consultant ophthalmologist, said.