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‘Mahila Jan Sunwai' toresolve harassment cases
Kanpur: A 'Mahila Jan Sunwai' was conducted at the Circuit House, presided over by the chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh State Women's Commission, Dr Babita Singh Chauhan alongside Commission members .
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The session focused on addressing women's harassment issues. The Commission reviewed 57 cases concerning women's harassment, domestic violence and dowry matters. Six cases were settled during the proceedings.
Attendees received information about emergency services, including dialling 112 for immediate assistance during harassment or domestic violence incidents. They were also informed about Women's Helpline numbers 1090 and 181 for support services.
Following the hearing, Dr Babita Singh Chauhan conducted inspections at LLR Medical College, Govt Children's Home (Girls) in Swaroop Nagar, and the district jail. She issued instructions regarding women's comfort, maintaining cleanliness and ensuring proper drinking water facilities considering the weather conditions.
