Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Karnataka HM claims Bengaluru tops women's safety list
The Home Minister of Karnataka, G. Parameshwara, said that Bengaluru is the safest city for women in India.
This is based on a report by a company from Chennai that looked at safety, technology, and infrastructure.
Bengaluru scored 53.29 points and came first.
The minister is proud of this achievement and said it shows that the city is safe.
However, some people might disagree because of a recent incident where a woman was hurt.
The minister also talked about other issues like special prayers for him, cases being investigated by the CID, and strict rules for people coming into the country illegally.
Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara claims Bengaluru is the safest city for women in India, citing a report by a Chennai-based firm.
Bengaluru scored 53.29 points, topping the list of 'Best Cities for Women in India' based on safety, technology, and infrastructure.
The claim comes amidst controversy over an alleged assault on a BJP woman worker in Hubballi.
Special measures were taken during New Year celebrations to ensure safety, with the minister monitoring the situation until 2 a.m.
The CID will investigate cases in Ballari and Hubballi, with the minister denying any attempt to conceal information.
- Who
- Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara
- What
- Claimed Bengaluru is the safest city for women in India
- When
- Saturday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Why
- Citing a report by a Chennai-based consultant firm
- City
- Bengaluru
- Reporting Firm
- Chennai-based consultant firm
- Score
- 53.29
- Parameters
- Safety, technology, infrastructure
- Controversy
- Alleged assault on BJP woman worker in Hubballi
- Investigation
- CID to handle Ballari and Hubballi cases
- Hate Speech Bill
- Governor reviewing the Bill
- Border Security
- State government strict on illegal migrants