Muzaffargarh Police Initiative Empowers Students Against Gender Crimes
In a significant move to bolster community safety, the Punjab Police recently organized a series of joint awareness seminars across multiple girls' educational institutions in Muzaffargarh. The events, held at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Najam-ul-Huda Girls College, Alhamd Girls College, Al-Razi Girls College, and Al-Mustafa Girls College in Rohailanwali, focused on educating young women about laws concerning sexual crimes and the technology-driven initiatives available for their protection.
Senior Supervision and Key Topics Discussed
The seminars were conducted under the direct supervision of senior police officials, including SDPO Sadar Circle Mirza Muhammad Siddiq, SDPO Sinawan Muhammad Iqbal Joiya, and SHO Rohailanwali Ghazi Muhammad Tahir Saleem. The initiative was spearheaded by the Gender Crime Team led by Sub-Inspector Lareeb Ali. This extensive outreach program was launched acting on the special directions of DPO Syed Ghazanfar Ali Shah, highlighting the department's commitment to proactive crime prevention.
Punjab Police's Digital Shield for Women and Children
Students received detailed briefings on several critical areas designed to equip them with knowledge and resources. They were informed about the legal framework surrounding harassment, blackmailing, and violence. A major focus was on the suite of technological tools launched by Punjab Police, which included:
- Virtual Women Police Station: A dedicated online platform for women to report crimes.
- Pukar 15: The emergency helpline for immediate police response.
- Safe City Project: Utilizing surveillance for enhanced public security.
- Panic Button & Women Safety App: Mobile-based solutions for quick alerts in distress situations.
- Mera Pyara: An initiative focused on the protection of children.
The sessions clearly outlined Punjab Police's priorities regarding the protection of women and children and the concrete actions being taken against crimes that target them. The ultimate goal was to empower students by teaching them how to recognize, prevent, and confidently report gender-based crimes, thereby fostering a safer community environment for everyone.
