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[{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1519729274145","data":"It speaks volumes about our culture and traditions when there isn't a single woman that I know, including myself, who has not been groped on Holi. <\/p>Oh and I should warn you, if your sensibilities are easily hurt by the truth or hearing women speak about their issues, I suggest you stop reading this article right now. <\/p>But, moving on, women have naturally been forced to take protective measures over the years thanks to the the wonderful men in our lives. Now that we are in 2018 and we still have to hilariously sad articles like these - and yes I'm coining the term hilariously sad because that's exactly what this is, in a country where we are allegedly worshiped, women also find themselves groped nearly every day and Holi is just an excuse for all the creeps to come crawling out of the woodwork. <\/p>If you think I'm being overdramatic, there's a recent case where someone in Delhi filled a water balloon with semen and threw it at a girl who is currently traumatised and refuses to talk to people. Yes, semen.<\/p>Whoever did it was probably so starved for sex that he orgasmed into a water balloon. And nobody is even going to hold him responsible for this because whoever did it can feign ignorance and the man will get away, once again. <\/p>So anyway, coming back to the point, since a vast majority of this country still has trouble understanding consent and go on to touch your body wherever they please even when they say no, here's five tips for you to keep in mind to celebrate a safe holi as a woman. <\/p>1. Go out only with a group of friends that you trust: <\/b><\/p>It doesn't help that a large number of victims often know their assaulters, but traveling with a large group that you trust around Holi spots in your city is better than going solo and get locked in with strange men. Don't forget to look out for each other at all times. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1519734034318","data":"5a95510cd33d4"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1519734036006","data":"2. Put oil or moisturiser...before you go out: <\/b> <\/p>This is a festival of colours after all. Once you are sure you are with a safe group, protect your skin and hair with copious amounts of oil and moisturiser so it is easier to wash off once you're done. Just because it was Holi the day before doesn't mean you can't look fly as frack. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1519734171258","data":"5a95512c08419"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1519734173124","data":"3. Don't go too far from your house: <\/b><\/p>Listen, honey, I don't care if your best friend's boyfriend has a killer party on the other side of town, don't go too far from house. In fact, be within running distance of your house, or at least 10 minutes by a bike. This is not just for safety but also in case of emergencies where you have to make a quick exit. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1519734393360","data":"5a95513ba6252"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1519734394978","data":"4. Say No. Scream if you have to: <\/b> <\/p>Ah yes, the inevitable queue of thirsty boys that'll form up to put gulaal on your face. You know whom to trust and whom not to trust, if you have a bad feeling about someone, say a firm no. If they violate your consent by saying 'Bura na Mano', scream. Scream your lungs out until people can see what the creep is up to. <\/p>Luckily, there are still good men who respect consent. I hope. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1519734529096","data":"5a95514e841b0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1519734531082","data":"5. Remember to enjoy yourself: <\/b> <\/p>Patriarchy won't be defeated in a single day but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy yourself. While we may never be able to let loose like the boys do in this life time, that doesn't mean we cannot have fun and enjoy ourselves in our limited experience in a safe space where nobody is around to violate your consent. The important part to remember is that you can enjoy the festival as much as the boys do, so cover your hair and go wild. <\/p>Happy Holi!<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1519734626934","data":"5a955177239cf"}]

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