Poster In Pune Advocating Modest Dress For Women Faces Backlash

When self-styled moral guardian posted a banner in Pune requesting women to dress so as not to attract attention, a furious women’s group was prepared with a caustic reply. Two posters are seen affixed to a wall. The first poster has an image of an old woman wearing a saree and the words, “Ladies, Make sure […]

by Sachin Taneja - July 4, 2024, 5:40 pm

When self-styled moral guardian posted a banner in Pune requesting women to dress so as not to attract attention, a furious women’s group was prepared with a caustic reply.

Two posters are seen affixed to a wall. The first poster has an image of an old woman wearing a saree and the words, “Ladies, Make sure you dress such that no one may give you an unfavorable impression. Regards, Mast Group.

The unasked-for advice did not escape notice. In response, a women’s organization put up another banner advising men to focus on their thoughts rather than letting their gaze stray.

According to the comment from “Trasth Group,” men should “keep their mind so strong that their mind is not distracted no matter what attire others are wearing.”

“The reply poster ought to have been larger.” Men should likewise dress correctly, just as women should. A commenter on X said, “This is by no means sexist; rather, it’s just basic social and personal manners that have grown more than important.