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Scheme

Child Helpline 1098 under Mission Vatsalya

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28

At a glance

What this resource provides

24x7 child emergency response and outreach service integrated with ERSS 112 for children in difficult circumstances.

Last checked
2026-04-28

Who should I contact?

Choose the route by urgency

Immediate dangerCall 112 or local police now. Do not wait for an office to open.
Non-emergency or follow-upUse this record and the alternative/escalation routes below after checking coverage and source details.
Normal urgency
Immediate danger
Coverage
National coverage
Issues
Immediate Danger or Emergency
Who it may help
General public

24×7 child emergency response and outreach service integrated with ERSS 112 for children in difficult circumstances.

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 Women Helpline 14490

National Commission for Women helpline for women affected by violence and referral to appropriate authorities.

Related helplines

NCW Women Helpline 14490

National Commission for Women helpline for women affected by violence and referral to appropriate authorities.

AP Police Emergency 112

Emergency police response number for immediate danger, violence, threats, accidents and other urgent situations.

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