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Re-Claiming Space: Exploring Women’s Presence and Histories in the Gullies of Chandni Chowk

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The relationship between women and public spaces has long been a complex and multifaceted issue, deeply intertwined with societal and cultural norms and historical disparities. These factors have had a lasting impact on the way women navigate their way through an urban landscape.

The study focuses on challenging these prevailing narratives and reimagining spaces that are inclusive for all genders. By exploring the gullies (streets) of Chandni Chowk (Delhi, India) as the case study, the research delves into the forgotten history of the women who shaped this area. The study incorporates the experiences of six women who visited these gullies, exploring their perspectives to better understand their diverse relationships with public spaces, analysing their ideas of comfort and safety. The collective experiences of the participants find their expression on the website, bearing the title, 'Let’s Go for a Walk’.

An old map depicting the same gully, dating back to the 1850s.

Old Map of Chandni Chowk

An old map depicting the same gully, dating back to the 1850s.

A Glimpse Into the Walks

A Glimpse Into the Walks

The participants’ walks were captured through videos, allowing a glimpse into their experiences.

Moments of Pause

Moments of Pause

An analysis of one of the participant’s walks.

A diagram exploring the presence of women in Chandni Chowk.

Feminist Geography

A diagram exploring the presence of women in Chandni Chowk.

One of the factors influencing the participants’ ‘perceptions of safety’.

Places of Faith

One of the factors influencing the participants’ ‘perceptions of safety’.

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