The Indore Police has formed a designated all-women squad, called the ‘Special 40’ to curb crimes against women here. This is an all-female, 40-member wing has been tasked with the protection of the female folk. Besides its routine task work, the volunteers associated with the ‘Special 40’ will be deployed during festivals, fairs and other public events as a safety measure added officials.
Special training to strengthen women safety in Indore
Special 40 of the Indore Police has been categorically devised to protect minor girls from sex offenders and prevent the rise of eve-teasing incidents, especially in the slums of the city. The unit consist of women volunteers in the 25-40 age group, who will hold special classes for a week to train women to become self-sufficient. The 7-day training programme will also teach young girls about ‘good touch – bad touch’ and further about the various legal provisions in the favour of their security.
The Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) reportedly stated that young women are often the target of sex or human trafficking rackets. The squad is also being prepared to offer counseling to the victims of such incidents if the need arises.
The ASP stated that the unit will help in spreading awareness among the females with the right education and physical training, effectively reducing cases of sexual assault. The squad will be an official uniformed unit of the Indore Police and will use walkie-talkie sets for communication and signaling help, the official added.
