Two districts of the state, Morena and Vidisha have been selected by the Central Government for the operation of Mahila Police Volunteer Scheme. Under the scheme, a woman police volunteer will be appointed in every village, ward, who will help in taking action against crimes against Women. She will be given an honorarium of Rs 1000 per month. The decision to change the name of the Women’s Crime Branch of the police to Women’s Security Wing was taken in the meeting.
Women’s desk in 700 police stations
Urja Mahila Help Desk is being operated in 700 police stations of the state to help women. Through these, relief and assistance is being provided to women in cases of crimes against women. Necessary counselling is also being done in cases of domestic harassment.