Law / Right
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012
At a glance
What this resource provides
Central law for protection of children from sexual assault, sexual harassment and pornography; POCSO cases should be reported urgently to police/112/1098.
- Last checked
- 2026-04-28
- Source
- Open public source
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- Coverage
- National coverage
- Who it may help
- General public
Central law for protection of children from sexual assault, sexual harassment and pornography; POCSO cases should be reported urgently to police/112/1098.
Common questions
Using this route safely
When should I use this resource?
Use this resource when its listed service and geographic coverage match the concern. For immediate danger, call 112 or local police first.
Which area does it cover?
This route is marked as national in scope.
What should I do if I cannot reach it?
If this route is unavailable, use the alternative and escalation links on this page. For immediate danger call 112; for urgent child help use 1098 where available.
How can I verify these details?
Use the public source linked on this page and check the last-reviewed information before relying on a non-emergency contact.
Protection Intelligence
Connected help and escalation routes
Alternative routes
NCW 24x7 Women Helpline 14490
National Commission for Women 24x7 helpline for women needing support, counselling or complaint guidance.
AP Police Emergency 112
Emergency police response number for immediate danger, violence, threats, accidents and other urgent situations.
AP Police Crime Against Women and Children 1091
Police helpline listed for crimes against women and children. Use for urgent police support related to harassment, violence or threats.
Escalation paths
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005
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Child protection law for sexual offences against children. For immediate child safety call 1098 or 112.
POSH Act Nodal Contact - Andhra Pradesh
State nodal contact for Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act related coordination and guidance.
Related helplines
NCW 24x7 Women Helpline 14490
National Commission for Women 24x7 helpline for women needing support, counselling or complaint guidance.
AP Police Emergency 112
Emergency police response number for immediate danger, violence, threats, accidents and other urgent situations.
AP Police Crime Against Women and Children 1091
Police helpline listed for crimes against women and children. Use for urgent police support related to harassment, violence or threats.
Andhra Pradesh WDCW Department Contact
State Women Development and Child Welfare Department contact for department-level information and guidance.
Covering support services
Prakasam DISHA One Stop Centre
One Stop Centre for women affected by violence. Provides integrated support such as counselling, police facilitation, medical aid, legal help…
Tirupati District Women and Child Welfare and Empowerment Office
District WDCW office for women and child welfare services, DCPU coordination and local protection referrals.
Tirupati District Child Protection Office
District child protection contact for child abuse, neglect, trafficking, exploitation and children in need of care and protection.
Tirupati Deputy Commissioner of Labour
District labour contact for worker welfare, registrations, child labour squads and labour law enforcement.
Related laws and rights
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005
Law for protection and civil remedies for women facing domestic violence. Contact police OSC women helpline or women commission for…
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012
Child protection law for sexual offences against children. For immediate child safety call 1098 or 112.
POSH Act Nodal Contact - Andhra Pradesh
State nodal contact for Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act related coordination and guidance.
Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act Enforcement - Andhra Pradesh
Labour Department enforcement area for elimination of child labour and child/adolescent labour rescue and rehabilitation.
Related schemes
Mission Vatsalya Child Protection Services
Child protection framework and emergency outreach for children in difficult circumstances including Child Helpline 1098.
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Central database and support portal for unorganised workers with free registration and helpdesk support.
Mission Shakti - Andhra Pradesh
Women safety, security and empowerment scheme umbrella implemented by AP WDCW, including support institutions and district hubs.
Mission Vatsalya - Andhra Pradesh
Child protection scheme umbrella for children in need of care and protection, including adoption, child protection institutions and district systems.
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