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Journey wasn't rosy: J&K's first woman auto driver

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Jammu, November 2

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Seema Devi from Nagrota area of the Jammu division was unknown in the Union Territory till she resolved to earn a living for herself and find a way to support her husband financially. The first woman e-rickshaw driver from the Valley, Seema Devi says her decision stemmed from the urge to help her husband financially.

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According to her, the journey wasn’t rosy as she had to overcome certain inhibitions and the nervousness of having commuters stare at her in amusement. A mother of three, Seema says she is happy with her job as she earns a good money out of it and her family supports her decision.

Local residents say Seema is an inspiration for other women who aspire to make a living for themselves and their households.

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