Women Safety Boost: Six Bharosa Centres Launched in Nirmal District

Hyderabad: Nirmal district witnesses a significant stride towards women's safety as the state women safety wing inaugurated six new 'Bharosa Centres' on Sunday. 

With this development, the total count of Bharosa Centres in the district rises to 26, marking a crucial step towards providing specialized assistance to victims of crimes against women and children.

Bharosa Centres Launch in Nirmal District

• Inauguration: Six 'Bharosa Centres' launched in Nirmal district.
• Total Centres: 26 Bharosa Centres now operational.
• Funding: New facility construction funded by CSR initiatives.
• Event: Inauguration of six 'Bharosa Centres' in Nirmal district.
• Date: February 18, 2024.
• Total Centres: 26 Bharosa Centres now operational in Nirmal district.
• Infrastructure: Currently operating from rented premises, soon to be shifted to modern facilities.
• Funding: New building construction funded by Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
• Inaugural Event: Attended by notable dignitaries including Shikha Goel, Additional Director-General.
• Purpose: Bharosa Centres provide specialized assistance to victims of crimes against women and children.
• Impact: Addressing contemporary forms of crime, Bharosa Centres have handled numerous cases, contributing to crime prevention and justice.

The Bharosa Centres, operational from rented premises currently, are set to be shifted to a modern facility constructed using corporate social responsibility funding. This transition aims to enhance the support services offered to victims, ensuring a more conducive and efficient environment for seeking help and justice.

The inaugural event saw the presence of notable dignitaries including Shikha Goel, additional director-general, Nirmal Sessions Judge A. Karnakumar, and district police superintendent G. Janaki Sharmila. Their attendance underscores the collective commitment towards bolstering safety measures and strengthening the support infrastructure for vulnerable individuals in the district.

These Bharosa Centres play a pivotal role in addressing contemporary forms of crime against women and children, providing assistance in cases ranging from exploitation to violence. Since their establishment, the centres have dealt with numerous cases, including 4,782 Pocso Act cases related to crimes against minors and 1,163 cases of rape. This underscores the pressing need for such dedicated support mechanisms and the crucial role they play in seeking justice and rehabilitation for victims.