‘Used to be at home, realised…’: Woman explains why she started driving auto at 65

Mangala Awale, 65, drives an auto-rickshaw daily in Maharashtra. She chose independence over dependence on her children. Her decision challenges traditional views of ageing. She earns her own money and contributes to her son’s household. Mangala obtained her driving license legally. Her story shows that age is not a barrier to purpose and self-reliance.