There are numerous disturbing reports on how the working woman in India suffers when it comes to safety and security. "Patriarchy is one of the reasons why this is happening," says Kapil Sibal. Economic disparity and pervasive gender-based divisions are also responsible, he says.

In this episode of Central Hall, Sibal discusses the issue with HDFC banker Chandni Bhardwaj, advocate Manisha Singh and dentist Sudhi Rastogi.

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