Gaura Shakti Yojana
in Uttarakhand
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Gaura Shakti Yojana in Uttarakhand
Gaura Shakti Yojana is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Gaura Shakti Yojana in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The objective of scheme is to prevent crimes against women & girls and to ensure prompt action in case of any incident. Under this, a three-tier support system is set up with Mahila Desks at police stations,Women Safety Helpline & Counselling Cells at district level, & a State Women Safety Helpline.
Eligibility Criteria
Women and girls of the state are eligible to receive assistance under this scheme.
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Benefits
Under this Scheme, the following steps have been taken by Uttarakhand Police to prevent crimes against women and ensure women’s safety:
A Quick Reaction Team (QRT) has been formed under the Women Help Desk at every police station. On receiving a complaint related to women at the police station, the QRT immediately reaches the spot and acts as the first responder, providing all possible assistance to the victim.
Identification of Hot Spots and sensitive areas with regard to crimes against women is being carried out. CCTV cameras/lights are being installed in such Hot Spots, and their regular monitoring is ensured.
Regular patrolling by Cheetah, Mahila Cheetah, and CPU teams is conducted during the opening and closing hours of schools, colleges, and coaching institutes.
A team comprising Women Help Desk In-charges and four constables, named “Team Gaura”, has been constituted. The team regularly organizes awareness programmes to educate students on safety, drugs, traffic rules, cybercrime, etc. To strengthen this initiative, about 3,000 awareness booklets have been distributed to districts from the headquarters.
From 20th to 22nd February 2023, a total of 35 women personnel appointed to Team Gaura from all districts were provided Self-Defense Instructor Course (Level-I) training. In continuation, the process of providing Level-II training to these personnel is underway. These trained women police personnel are regularly conducting training programmes in schools, colleges, and other institutions across districts to teach self-defense techniques to girl students.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity proof |
| 2 | Other documents as required |
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Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Gaura Shakti Yojana in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Gaura Shakti Yojana. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Gaura Shakti Yojana in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary objective is to strengthen women’s safety by preventing crimes, ensuring immediate police response, promoting awareness, and empowering women through self-defense training. <br>