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181 helpline gains traction for women in distress in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Police say the toll-free number 181 has become a one-stop solution for women in distress, providing fast help from police, women and child welfare, and other departments. Speaking in Vizianagaram…
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Andhra Pradesh Police say the toll-free number 181 has become a one-stop solution for women in distress, providing fast help from police, women and child welfare, and other departments. Speaking in Vizianagaram on Saturday, Deputy Superintendent P.V.V. Narasimha Rao said victims of domestic violence get medical aid and counselling for couples is a priority. The women’s police station has also launched campaigns against gender discrimination, human trafficking, and unequal wages. Rao urged women and children not to be misled by social media.
The Indian Opinion
This is good news, but let’s not pretend a helpline alone fixes domestic violence. Police stations often drag their feet on complaints, and rural women may not even know the number. The test will be how many calls translate into actual FIRs, shelter, or convictions. Andhra Pradesh should publish those numbers quarterly, not just the call volume.
Source: thehindu.com
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