Mumbai: A woman in Mumbai has drawn attention online after speaking about an unexpected new rule in her housing society that made late-night access difficult for residents. She claimed the restriction was implemented without proper notice, leaving many residents confused and inconvenienced.
In an Instagram video, Kashish Kapoor explained that her building has two entry points. While the back gate is closer, it shuts at 10 pm, forcing residents to use a front gate nearly 300 metres away late at night. The issue escalated when she saw a woman being denied entry with her car. Guards cited a “new rule” prohibiting vehicles from entering for pick-ups or drop-offs.
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Kashish said there was no official communication. “They told me there’s a notice at reception, but there was nothing. Then they said it hasn’t been put up yet, but it’s still a rule,” she claimed.
She argued that the rule posed safety risks, particularly for women returning home late. “If I come home at 2:30 or 3 am, in heels, possibly alone, I have to walk 300 metres. That’s not safe,” she said.
Instead of ignoring the situation, Kashish decided to verify its legality. “I called Mumbai Police and asked if such a rule is legal. They told me clearly no, it’s not. They even offered to send someone to intervene.” She then contacted her landlord, who backed her stance. “He said this is nonsense and that society cannot impose such rules,” she shared.
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Following his advice, she emailed the society’s managing committee, outlining safety and accessibility concerns.
Within three days, the restriction was lifted. “Three days later, I entered my building in an auto and they opened the gate. The rule had been revoked,” she said. Celebrating the outcome, she added, “The war is over, and I won,” and concluded, “One woman can bring change.”