In a significant move to bolster women's safety in the digital realm, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has issued a stern directive to state police authorities. The CM has called for immediate and stringent action against individuals who target women through online platforms.
Zero Tolerance Policy Against Digital Harassment
During a high-level review meeting focused on law and order, Chief Minister Majhi emphasized the critical need to protect women from cyber harassment and exploitation. The meeting, which assessed various aspects of public safety, placed special attention on the growing concerns around women's security in online spaces.
"The Chief Minister has made it absolutely clear that there should be no leniency shown toward those who harass women through digital means," stated an official familiar with the discussions.
Comprehensive Security Strategy
The directive comes as part of a broader initiative to strengthen overall law and order in the state. The review meeting covered multiple dimensions of public safety, with women's protection emerging as a top priority for the new administration.
Police officials have been instructed to:
- Act swiftly on complaints of online harassment against women
- Employ all available legal provisions to prosecute offenders
- Create stronger monitoring mechanisms to prevent such crimes
- Ensure victims feel secure in reporting digital harassment cases
Strengthening Digital Safety Measures
This proactive stance from the Odisha government reflects growing concerns about the safety of women in increasingly digitalized society. With more women participating in online activities for education, work, and social interaction, the need for robust protective measures has become paramount.
The Chief Minister's intervention signals a shift toward more aggressive enforcement of cyber laws specifically designed to protect women from online predators and harassers.
This development marks a significant step in Odisha's ongoing efforts to create safer digital environments for women across the state.
