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Resources & Helplines

Official numbers and next steps. Save these somewhere safe.

If you are in danger right now, call 112 first — then explore these.

112

112 · Police / Emergency (all India)

181

181 · Women Helpline

7827170170

7827170170 · National Commission for Women

1098

1098 · Childline

15100

15100 · Free legal aid (NALSA/DLSA)

Sakhi / One Stop Centres

Sakhi / One Stop Centres — medical, legal, counselling & shelter in every district (ask 181).

Frequently asked questions

›What are the emergency helpline numbers for women in India?

Call 112 for police/emergency anywhere in India, 181 for the Women Helpline, 7827170170 for the National Commission for Women, and 1098 for Childline. In immediate danger, call 112 first.

›How do I file a police complaint (FIR) for domestic violence in India?

Visit the nearest police station — any station must register a Zero FIR regardless of jurisdiction — or file online on your state police portal. Women can request a woman officer and give statements from home. Keep a copy with the FIR number. VoiceGuard's Asha chatbot explains each step.

›What protection does the Domestic Violence Act, 2005 give?

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 covers physical, sexual, verbal/emotional and economic abuse. A Magistrate can grant protection orders, residence orders, monetary relief, child custody orders and compensation. Breach of a protection order is punishable.