Nabil Luqman

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Social

train

Safety

Criticism

RapidKL

Peak Hour

public transport

Coach

frequency

Female Only

Today marks a momentous occasion for women's safety in public transportation. As of September 18th, the Rapid KL Kajang MRT line introduces a dedicated women's coach, heralding a significant step forward in ensuring secure and comfortable commuting for female passengers.
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Over the past fortnight, the women-only coach has undergone a trial phase, and now it's fully operational. The unmistakable feature of this coach is its vibrant pink stickers, serving as a clear indicator that it's exclusively for female passengers.
While widely viewed as a commendable initiative by women, the introduction of this coach has faced criticism from commuters, both male and female. Many have expressed their preference for greater emphasis on train frequency and enhanced station security rather than allocating an entire MRT coach solely for women. Concerns have been raised that this arrangement could result in congestion during peak hours, leading to longer commute times for all passengers.
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/2755/rapidkls-women-only-mrt-coach-launch-draws-criticism-over-prioritization-of-frequency-concerns">RapidKL's Women-Only MRT Coach Launch Draws Criticism Over Prioritization Of Frequency Concerns</a>
RapidKL Request Commuters To Adhere Guidelines
RapidKL made the announcement about the introduction of the women-only coach through their official social media channels. They clarified that this new initiative will be implemented at all stations along the Kajang MRT line. The women's coach will be positioned in the centre of the train, making it easily recognizable by the distinct pink stickers placed on the platforms, doors, and the middle carriages of the trains.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/83f80f4fcf7812ac1f0f9448c8f513b7a7a4833340ca27bf26edc9cf0afae5a2" />
RapidKL has introduced women-only carriages with the primary objective of providing female passengers with a more comfortable and secure commuting experience, particularly during peak hours. This initiative forms part of a dedicated endeavour to elevate the safety and convenience of women utilizing the public transportation network.
Moreover, it's essential to note that the women-only carriages are exclusively designated for female passengers, as well as children aged 6 and under when accompanied by a guardian, and persons with disabilities. Families, couples, or groups that include male members are kindly encouraged to utilize the standard carriages for their journeys.
Netizens Share Experiences And Thoughts So Far
Numerous Facebook users engaged in the comments section, raising questions and sharing images depicting the crowd within the women's coach today. It's safe to say that the response remained somewhat divided, despite the initial intention of it being a positive initiative.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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In fact, some shared photos of men spotted sitting in the women&rsquo;s only coach which really did trigger some netizens.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/dae3a2315f13684f3b1c373482da005f3ac60d5746f62ef70c8f62d95b4959b2" />
Well, it&rsquo;s only the first day and looks like we&rsquo;ll have to see how this will go over the next couple of weeks. For some of us Malaysians, we have pretty high hopes that people will follow the rules but knowing how we are, there&rsquo;s a chance that many will be breaking the rules down the line.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments. 
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, RapidKL &amp; various cross-references for context.
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A reminder that the pink zone is for female only!

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RapidKL's Women-Exclusive Coach On Kajang MRT Line Commences Service Today

RapidKL's Women-Exclusive Coach On Kajang MRT Line Commences Service Today

A reminder that the pink zone is for female only!

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