Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 23: The Govt of India helplines numbers for Women Helpline-181 and Child Helpline-1098 are dedicated support service established to provide immediate assistance, protection, and guidance to women and children facing any form of distress, violence, or exploitation. The main objective of these helplines is to ensure their safety, well-being, and protection of their rights.
The Women and Child Development Control Room is functioning under the Directorate of Social Welfare at VIP Road, where the dedicated helplines (Women Helpline number-181 and Child Helpline number-1098) operate as a 24/7 hours emergency response Center for women and children experiencing distress or violence.
The Women Helpline number-181 and Child Helpline number-1098 handles calls from Women and Children in danger, including those experiencing violence or in need of urgent help. The Helplines connect individuals with relevant services such as the Police, One Stop Center, Hospitals, District Legal Services Authority and other support services. Additionally, provide counselling, information about available Government schemes and programs related to women’s welfare and child protection.
Any women or child can dial these Helplines numbers (Women Helpline-181 & Child Helpline-1098) to access the services during times of distress. Women can also approach the District One Stop Centre for redressal of grievances and amicable settlement of family-related and other issues, ensuring women’s safety and security in urban, rural and tribal areas.