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International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
Special Issue on Emerging Trends and Innovations in Web-Based Applications and Technologies
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Designing a Secure Transport Solution: Women-Only
Cab App with Enhanced Safety Features for Parents

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Ritik Bopche , Pratik Sonekar , Prof. Anupam Chaube
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1,2,3 Department of Science and Technology,
1,2,3 G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

ABSTRACT To address these challenges, there is a pressing need for the
The increasing concerns regarding women's safety in public development of transport solutions that offer enhanced
transportation have necessitated the development of security and cater specifically to women and parents. One
innovative and secure mobility solutions. This study focuses potential solution is a women-only cab service, designed
on designing a women-only cab app with enhanced safety with safety as a central focus. This type of service can
features, specifically addressing the concerns of both female provide a much-needed sense of security by ensuring that
passengers and their guardians. The proposed solution only female drivers are matched with female passengers,
integrates advanced safety mechanisms such as real-time incorporating advanced safety features such as real-time
GPS tracking, emergency alert systems, driver verification tracking, emergency alerts, and background-verified drivers.
protocols, and AI-driven threat detection to ensure a secure Additionally, integrating features like child seat availability
travel environment. Additionally, the app offers parental can make the service more practical and appealing to
monitoring features, allowing guardians to track ride parents.
progress, receive instant notifications, and access driver
This research paper explores the design, implementation,
credentials, fostering trust and peace of mind. The cab
and benefits of a women-only cab app with enhanced safety
service is designed to cater to the specific transportation
features specifically designed for parents. By examining the
needs of women, prioritizing convenience, security, and key aspects of user safety, convenience, and the role of
reliability. The research evaluates the system's technology in transforming urban transportation, this study
effectiveness based on key performance indicators such as seeks to propose a secure, reliable, and user-friendly
ride safety, app usability, response time, and user transport solution that meets the unique needs of women
satisfaction. Through a user-centered approach, this study and parents. The findings aim to contribute to the growing
aims to provide a comprehensive transport solution that field of safe mobility solutions and provide insights into how
empowers women with safe and reliable mobility options technology can be leveraged to improve transportation
while addressing the apprehensions of concerned parents. experiences for vulnerable demographics.
The app leverages cutting-edge technology, including
artificial intelligence and data encryption, to safeguard user II. RELATED WORK
information and ensure a seamless experience. By The rise of ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft has
implementing rigorous driver screening processes and revolutionized the urban transportation landscape. However,
fostering a community-driven approach, the app aims to concerns regarding the safety and security of passengers,
create a trusted ecosystem for women travelers. The particularly women and children, have gained increasing
findings of this research highlight the importance of attention. Several studies have highlighted the vulnerabilities
integrating safety-first transportation solutions to address women face when using conventional ride-hailing services,
the unique challenges faced by women and their families. such as instances of harassment, assault, and the lack of
This initiative not only enhances personal security but also security features tailored to their specific needs (Macias,
contributes to fostering a sense of independence and 2020). These concerns have prompted calls for more secure
empowerment among women, making transportation safer alternatives, particularly for women who often travel with
and more accessible. children or in situations where heightened safety is required.

Research by Kwon and Park (2021) emphasized the
I. INTRODUCTION importance of personalized safety features in transportation
In today’s fast-paced urban environments, transportation apps, focusing on women’s concerns about driver identity
has become an essential aspect of daily life, but it is often verification and ride tracking. Similarly, Huang et al. (2022)
accompanied by safety concerns, particularly for women and conducted an analysis of female users' safety expectations,
parents traveling with children. The increasing number of noting that real-time ride tracking, panic buttons, and the
women using ride-hailing services has highlighted the need ability to share ride information with trusted contacts were
for safer, more inclusive solutions that cater specifically to critical elements in enhancing user safety. These findings
their unique needs. Women, especially those with young underscore the importance of integrating advanced safety
children, often face heightened risks in traditional features into transportation services.
transportation settings, including issues related to
harassment, driver reliability, and inadequate child safety Women-only ride-hailing services have emerged as a
measures. These concerns are compounded by a growing potential solution to these safety concerns. Companies such
demand for trustworthy, efficient, and secure transport as "SheRides" and "Chariot for Women" have adopted the
options. concept of gender-segregated transportation, aiming to
provide a safer environment for female passengers. Studies

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