Archive · 19 May 2025
Bhandara Police Launch WhatsApp Helpline for Women's Safety
Imagine a phone number you can text if you need help.
The police in Bhandara have created a special WhatsApp number for women and girls.
If they feel unsafe, they can send a message in Marathi and get help right away.
The police will respond quickly and confidentially.
This new system makes it easier for women to get assistance, offering support and making them feel safer.
It's like having a direct line to the police for emergencies or advice.
Bhandara police launched a WhatsApp helpline for women's safety on May 3.
The helpline, number 7447470100, allows women to report incidents and seek help.
The service is in Marathi to ensure ease of communication.
The initiative is part of a technology-driven policing vision by the Chief Minister.
The helpline is designed to be confidential and user-friendly.
- Who
- Bhandara police, spearheaded by SP Noorul Hasan.
- What
- Bhandara police introduced a WhatsApp-based helpline.
- When
- Launched on May 3
- Where
- Bhandara district
- Why
- To provide immediate support to women and girls in distress.
- WhatsApp Helpline Number
- 7447470100
- Language of Communication
- Marathi
- Target Users
- Women and girls
- Purpose
- Harassment, emergencies, and guidance
- Initiative Lead
- SP, Bhandara, Noorul Hasan
- Platform Features
- Confidential and user-friendly