Mysuru, March 12 -- Physical fitness, proper nutrition, good mental health etc., are all essential elements of ensuring that an individual is fit to drive. Recent years have witnessed a growing number of women breaking free from societal norms and choosing autorickshaw driving as a career to support themselves and their families.

Taliru, an NGO based in Bengaluru and run by Chitra and coordinated by Padmasini Nuggehalli in Mysuru, aims at training women to become auto drivers and support their families.

Recently, 16 women auto drivers trained by Taliru, underwent sessions on grooming health fitness, etiquette, hygiene, mind calming techniques, breathing and rejuvenating from stress. The sessions were conducted by Yoga Guru and Wellness ...