1091 Women Helpline (Police)

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1091 is a national toll-free telephone number in India for women in distress, providing immediate access to police assistance. [1] [2] [3] [4] It operates 24/7 under state police control rooms and is supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs. [5]

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Purpose

The helpline assists women in emergencies such as:

Access

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References

  1. https://v2.india.gov.in/directory/helpline
  2. "Women Helpline | Department of Justice | India" . Retrieved 2025-10-03.
  3. "Dial 1091: Helpline fine, needs publicity". Hindustan Times. 2013-11-30. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
  4. "Emergency Numbers For North India: Police, Ambulance, Women's Safety, And More". Curly Tales. 2025-05-09. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
  5. "Most complaints of domestic violence at 1091 helpline in Bengaluru". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2025-10-03.