5 Things Solo Women Travellers in India Are Tired of Hearing

5. ‘You’ve never travelled alone! Tumse na ho payega.’

Who Says It: Parents, Naysayers

Challenge accepted!

4. ‘Postpone it till next month. I’ll come with you.’

 

Who Says It: Friends

The operative word here is 'solo', people.

3. ‘Ghar Pe Sab Theek Toh Hai Na?’

Who Says It: Overly-concerned uncles and aunties

No, I’m not running away from home. Because I’m not twelve.

2. ‘Madam, akele aaye ho? *wink*’

Who Says It: Wannabe Romeos 

I’d like to keep it that way, please.

1. ‘You’re travelling alone? Wow, that’s brave of you.’

Who Says It: Strangers along the way, chauvinists 

Yes, I know. Because I have to face people like you.

Tell us what lines you’ve heard as a solo woman travelling in India in the comments below. And if you haven’t travelled solo, we have some great ideas!