Mumbai gets Mobile Women Toilets made from Scrapped BEST Buses!

Women in Mumbai have got something to cheer about! The Government has got Mobile Toilets for Women made from scrapped BEST Buses. It is called ‘Ti’ meaning ‘She’ in Marathi.

This service will be launched soon. It is said that it will be a paid service. However, prices will be reasonable ranging from ₹1 to ₹10. As per NGO Praja Foundation’s survey, Mumbai has very few public toilets. Moreover, out of those available only 25% are suitable for women. Thus, this initiative can prove a blessing in disguise.

This idea was 1st proposed in 2019, but didn't go well ahead due to Covid-19. The 1st of this Women’s Bus Toilet will be installed near the bus depot outside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

The main reason for this service is to provide hygienic toilets to women. Initially, it will be available in Fort and CSMT areas. Later, it will spread across Mumbai as per priority & requirements.

This Innovative Toilet will also have changing rooms, vending machines (female hygiene products), and a breastfeeding room. Besides, it will have 3 western and 1 Indian toilet. Also, water and electricity will be provided by BMC. There will also be a Female assistant for help.

With rising searches for “Ladies toilets near me” on the Internet, do you feel this service is worth it? Also, what’s on offer in other Indian cities? Please do share your city’s situation in this regard for a better space for Women in this country.