Hathras SP Leads Mission Shakti Rally To Promote Women’s Safety

An awareness rally was taken out in Hathras on Monday under Mission Shakti Phase-6.0 to spread the message of women’s safety, respect and empowerment. Superintendent of Police Chiranjiv Nath Sinha and Additional Superintendent of Police Ramanand Kushwaha joined the rally and led it. Through the campaign, the public was made aware of women’s safety, women’s dignity and women’s self-reliance. The police officials also reiterated the police department’s commitment to protecting women and girls.

The rally began from Sasni Gate Crossing. It then passed through the city’s major markets and reached Talab Crossing. From there, it proceeded to Kotwali Nagar, where it concluded.

Inspectors in charge of Kotwali Nagar, Hathras Gate police station and the Women’s Police Station took part in the rally. A large number of police personnel, along with administrative officers and employees, also participated.

During the rally, people were urged to adopt respectful behaviour towards women and girls and to cooperate in preventing crimes against women. They were also encouraged to help create a safe environment in society.

Police officials conveyed that the safety of women is not only the responsibility of the police but of the entire society. They said public participation and awareness are extremely important for strengthening women’s safety and ensuring that women and girls can live in a secure environment.

As part of Mission Shakti, women and girls were informed about their legal rights, government welfare schemes for women and various support services available to them. They were also told about ways to protect themselves from cybercrimes.

The campaign further focused on encouraging women and girls to seek immediate help if they face molestation, harassment or any other unpleasant situation. Information was provided about the Women Helpline 1090, Women Helpline 181, the emergency police service UP-112 and the Child Helpline 1098. People were appealed to make use of these services whenever required.

A special awareness campaign is being conducted in Hathras during Navratri in line with the intention of the Uttar Pradesh government. Mission Shakti Phase-6.0 was launched in Hathras district on 11 October 2026. Under the campaign, women and girls are being made aware of their rights through various programmes, public interaction and public participation.

The campaign aims to increase confidence among women, provide them with a fear-free environment and strengthen the feeling of social responsibility towards women’s safety. The activities are also focused on ensuring that information about rights and assistance services reaches women and girls through direct engagement with the public.

Hathras Police appealed to women and girls not to remain silent in case of any kind of harassment or crime. They were urged to immediately seek police assistance whenever such a situation arises.

The police stated that the safety, respect and empowerment of women and girls are among its top priorities. It also said continuous efforts are being made to provide women and girls with a safe and respectful environment.