Hello, I’m your driver Reeta. I joined Azad Foundation, when I was living with my parents in Jahangirpuri Delhi. Becoming a cab driver was easier back then. My sister, who was already a Sakha cab driver had motivated me to join. Now she has gone to Hungary to work with Baton Transport as a trailer driver. My family was supporting me to take on this work. But then I got married and things changed. My in-laws didn’t like my job choice. However, after talking to them, my mother-in-law agreed, as long as I handle household chores before and after work. Balancing my job and home became tough and I couldn’t work till late in the evening. So, I wake up early to finish chores before leaving. It’s tough, but I am okay with it. Sometimes achieving one’s dreams means sacrificing on some rest; and that’s a choice I have made for my driving job. I believe things will change at home over time, as I have seen it happen with my other colleagues. My husband works as an accountant with a transport company and earns well. But contributing my share brings me happiness. Since my husband supports my dreams, I want to reciprocate. We’re partners, after all. The satisfaction I get from driving comes from proving that women can be good drivers. Choosing driving as a profession is not just by chance. I too want to change this idea and become a role model for many girls who can find inspiration in me.