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But now the leading Indian car manufacturer has decided to focus on empowering women with driving skills and also promote road safety. Maruti Suzuki took up the initiative to teach safe driving habits as part of its programme to shape the new world of women. In a unique scheme launched on International Women's Day, it has decided to reach women drivers through Maruti Driving School and Driving Institutes and Research in the country.

As many as 30 Maruti driving schools spread over 27 cities in the country are engaged in to achieve this goal. Interestingly, at least 55% of the trainees at these schools are women. And as many as 15,000 women have already been trained at Maruti Driving Schools.

The schools will sensitize women about safe driving skills and also help promote mobility for women. A majority of women getting trained in driving are housewives. Even college students and some others are in their late 50's are enrolled.

The training module is based on international driving standards. The training includes both theory and practical sessions. The trainees will have to undergo driving tests in under extreme conditions including driving in Fog, rain, at night, over rough terrain and ascent/ descent hills.