State Protection Directory
Browse help guides for Maharashtra, including source status, contact details, related guidance and official routes.
Use Mission Shakti’s nearest institute/OSC directory and Women Helpline 181 for routing. OSCs support women affected by violence with medical, legal, police and counselling support.
Call Child Helpline 1098 for children needing care and protection. In immediate danger, also call 112. Keep child’s location and basic details ready.
For cyber fraud or online abuse, use the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal and call 1930 quickly for financial fraud. Call 112 for immediate physical danger.
Use the POSH Act route: report to the Internal Committee where available or seek district Local Committee/nodal officer guidance through WCD POSH contacts.
Women facing legal issues can approach local legal services institutions or call 15100. Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority also lists 1800-222-324.
Use the WCD Citizen Charter page for scheme-wise service references and department service expectations. Confirm district office details before publishing local contacts.
For life-threatening danger, violence, stalking, trafficking, assault or threats, call 112 first. Share exact location and ask for police emergency response.
