Hi, I am Kiran, your driver. For nine years, I’ve navigated the city’s streets, smoothly cruising past the challenges of both rough roads and stereotypical mindsets. Every day in the driver’s seat reminds me of the carefree life that driving has given me, fueling my passion and making me more determined to continue growing in my life. It was not always so for me. Married early, I experience severe domestic violence, confined, almost shackled inside my home. I had to finally come back to my parent’s home. I met with my cousin sister and friends who were learning to be drivers with Azad Foundation. I decided to follow them. This rebellious choice transformed me completely. From being someone who could not utter a word, today I communicate with confidence. I am a skilled chauffeur and also handle technical responsibilities such as obtaining cab permits and liaising with transport office authorities. Controlling the wheels empowers me, radiating within me a sense of independence. My dedication to safe driving has earned me compliments and appreciation from customers, which I cherish. I am currently driving a mobile school bus for an NGO working with street children. The determination and confidence that I’ve gathered behind the wheel have not only shaped my life but also inspired other women in my community. With each smooth turn on uneven paths, I drive towards a new dawn of my life, where I know I have left the dark shadows far behind.