Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Friday inaugurated the first-ever women police station of the Delhi Police in the Subzi Mandi area. This dedicated institution aims to address crimes against women and children, providing a safe, accessible, and victim-centric environment.
Key Features of the New Police Station
The police station will be predominantly staffed by women police personnel, enabling victims and survivors to interact with trained officers in a setting that promotes comfort, confidence, and trust. Lakshmi Singh will serve as the first Station House Officer (SHO), and Jamuna Thapa, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) for Crime Against Women, will also be posted at the station.
Remarks by Lieutenant Governor
Speaking on the occasion, Sandhu described the inauguration as a significant milestone in Delhi’s efforts to strengthen the safety, security, and dignity of women and children. He emphasized that the institution would serve not only as a center for law enforcement and investigation but also as a symbol of confidence and trust for women and families of child victims seeking assistance and justice.
The L-G stated that the newly established women police station would investigate all categories of crimes against women and children occurring within the jurisdiction of North District. This includes domestic violence, dowry-related matters, sexual assault, molestation, stalking, harassment, rape, and other offences affecting the safety, dignity, and bodily integrity of women and children.
Sandhu expressed confidence that the North District women police station would emerge as a model institution for gender-sensitive and victim-centric policing, setting a benchmark for similar initiatives across Delhi and beyond.
Achievements Highlighted by Police Commissioner
During the event, Police Commissioner Satish Golchha highlighted several achievements of the Delhi Police in women safety and empowerment. He noted that 116 Pink Booths are functioning across Delhi as assistance centers for women, and all-women PCR vans have been deployed in several areas. Additionally, more than 3 million women and girls have received self-defense training.
Initiatives by North District Police
Special CP (L&O Zone 1) Devesh Srivastva highlighted recent initiatives by the North District police, including 'Pink Booth', 'Rani Jhansi Squad', and 'Vamika' for high visibility of women police personnel. These efforts aim to enhance women's safety and empowerment in the region.
