Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Karnataka Launches Akka Squad for Women and Children Safety
The Karnataka government has started a special team called the Akka Squad in Raichur to help women and children stay safe.
This team includes police officers and workers from the Women and Child Welfare Department.
They have been trained in self-defence and will respond quickly to calls for help.
The squad aims to prevent harassment and abuse and will work to protect women and children in both public and private spaces.
People can call special helpline numbers if they need help, and the team will arrive within 15 minutes to assist.
The goal is to create a safe environment and build trust in the police and welfare systems.
Karnataka government launched Akka Squad in Raichur for women and children safety.
Team includes police officers and Welfare Department staff trained in self-defence.
Aims to prevent harassment, abuse, and exploitation in public and private spaces.
Responds to distress calls on helplines 181, 112, and 1098 within 10-15 minutes.
Replaces the earlier women’s police unit with a more focused and proactive approach.
- Who
- Karnataka government, Women and Child Welfare Department, District Police
- What
- Launch of Akka Squad for women and children safety
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Raichur district, Karnataka
- Why
- To ensure safety, security, and empowerment of women and children
- Location
- Raichur, Karnataka
- Initiators
- Women and Child Welfare Department, District Police
- Objective
- Prevent harassment, abuse, and exploitation of women and children
- Team Composition
- 1 ASI, 1 Head Constable, 15 constables, 5 Home Guards, and Welfare Department staff
- Response Time
- 10 to 15 minutes
- Helpline Numbers
- 181, 112, 1098
- Training
- Karate and self-defence
