Controversial Posters on Women's Safety Ignite Debate in Ahmedabad
A controversy erupted in Ahmedabad after misleading posters, allegedly linked to the traffic police, encouraged women to stay home to avoid sexual assault. Criticism arose from opposition parties, while the police clarified the posters were unauthorized and subsequently removed. The incident reignited discussions on women's safety in Gujarat.

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A controversy has erupted in Ahmedabad over alleged posters reportedly backed by the Ahmedabad traffic police, which advised women to stay home to avoid rape.
The misleading posters appeared in various city areas sparking criticism from opposition parties and raising concerns about women's safety in Gujarat.
Though removed after backlash, police clarified sponsorship intended solely for traffic safety messages, not those proclaiming dangerous claims about women's safety.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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