Seethakka Suggests Separate Cell for Women Police Issues in Telangana
Seethakka stated that the State government will always extend its support for the welfare of women
Hyderabad: The first-ever three-day Telangana State Women Police Officers’ Conference was inaugurated by Anasuya Seethakka, minister for panchayati raj and women welfare and child development, at the Telangana State Police Academy on Wednesday.
On the occasion, the academy director Abhilasha Bisht briefed the minister about the objectives of the first state-level women police officers’ conference and the key themes to be discussed. She informed that during the three-day conference, officers from the rank of constable to DGP will be divided into five groups, deliberate on issues and prepare a consolidated report to be presented to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.
Addressing the gathering, Seethakka stated the state government will always extend its support for the welfare of women and urged all women officers to work with dedication, discipline and dignity, and called upon them to display courage and commitment while adapting to changing circumstances.
The minister encouraged participants to utilize the platform to discuss their issues and come up with valuable suggestions. She expressed pride over the increasing number of women officers in the state and reiterated the government’s commitment to women and child welfare. She assured that special focus would be given towards training, safety, and facilities for women police officers and added that women from rural backgrounds would receive full encouragement.
The minister suggested that a separate cell pertaining to women police issues would be established under the guidance of DGP. She also recommended forming a study team to review best practices in Tamil Nadu and other states where exclusive facilities for women officers are provided. Further, she emphasised the need for counseling services to safeguard the mental health and reduce stress among women officers.
The minister also advised that women police officers should never end up becoming victims themselves at police stations. Around 400 officers from across Telangana, representing nearly 90 police stations and other uniformed services such as prisons and forest
departments, are participating in the conference. Accommodation facilities are being provided at the academy for all the participants.
