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How Delhi didn't let me use my Pepper spray!

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As a part of my research in Indian Handicrafts and with an intention to meet artisans and designers and to understand their range of products and creativity, I had to be in Delhi, as it is one place where I could visit various Handicraft and Handloom exhibitions,Emporiums and Craft Museum. So with a detailed plan I fixed my itinerary for 4 days in Delhi, with no waste of time to afford. As the departure date came closer I could only recollect how in 2013 I had got selected for a course at Tata Institute of Social Science but left it because of the odd timings as the unfortunate Nirbhaya Gang rape case was fresh in my mind and Mumbai was a stranger city for me. This time in 2017, I gathered the courage to step out and try to kill the guilt of being scared years back. I planned to go solo to Delhi, get my work done and come out stronger. Where man wants to fly, these sparrows are enjoying their breakfast ~ at Mumbai International Airport. The day had arrived, 18th Janua...