Police Akka – Nirmal District Telangana Police

Police Akka
Nomination
- Adolescent girls in KGBVs felt unsafe, hesitant, or unable to report harassment or emotional distress.
- Girls lacked awareness of personal safety, cyber hygiene, and legal rights under POCSO and related laws.
- Child marriage, trafficking, and abuse risks existed due to low reporting and limited guidance.
- Women in public spaces hesitated to report harassment due to stigma and fear of approaching police.
- Lack of trust, confidence, and communication channels between young girls/women and police.
Achievements
- Girls began openly sharing academic, emotional, and personal challenges, indicating improved trust and reduced fear.
- Counseling and follow-up helped address anxiety, peer pressure, and early-age vulnerabilities.
- Increased awareness of safety laws and life skills improved confidence and decision-making.
- Monthly presence of Police Akka reduced unreported grievances and enhanced school safety.
- Public outreach strengthened women’s confidence to seek help during patrolling and Dial-100 interventions.
SKOCH Award Nominee
Category: State Government – Police
Sub-Category: State Government – Police
Project: Police Akka
Start Date: 1-01-2024
Organisation: Nirmal District Telangana Police
Respondent: Geddam Janaki Sharmila
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Level: Executive Star
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For more information, please contact:
Geddam Janaki Sharmila at sp-nirmal@tspolice.gov.in
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