HIMCOM-Heritage Institute of Management & Communication

A woman checking a woman's phone while walking home. A college student waiting for transport after class. A working woman returning home late from work. These may sound like situations, but for many women, they come with an extra calculation: Is this road safe? Is the transport reliable? Who can I call if something goes wrong? Women’s safety continues to be an issue in India. Women’s safety is not limited to crimes alone. Harassment in public places, stalking, unsafe public transport, domestic violence, and cyber harassment can all affect women's sense of freedom and security. Safety measures have been strengthened in several ways. The government’s Emergency Response Support System provides the emergency number 112, while the Women Helpline 181 offers support and information to women facing violence. Delhi has also introduced measures. In June 2026, the Delhi Police inaugurated its dedicated Women Police Station in the Subzi Mandi area intended to provide a specialised and vict...