Keeping in mind the security of women, the Delhi Metro Corporation has decided to allow female passenger to carry knives when they travel on the metro.

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Even though the knife can be upto 4 inches, authorities have the right to refuse entry if the passenger is seen as a security threat.

The CISF has also relaxed restrictions on carrying lighters and matchboxes on the trains.

The decision was reportedly taken after thousands of restricted materials are being stacked up in the CISF depot in Shastri Park.

It also pointed out that many regular workers are allowed to carry work tools on the metro.

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An estimated 30 lakh passengers travel every day in Delhi metro.

While allowing women to carry knife might help them in self-protection, it might increase the risk of unwanted incidents happening in the metro. Less than a month ago it was reported that a 65-year-old woman had managed to sneak in an axe passed the security check, which she used to attack a co-passenger following an argument over seat.