Shakti Team Conducts Awareness Program In Pendurthi
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and awareness, the Shakti Team of Visakhapatnam Police conducted a special awareness program in the Pendurthi Police Station limits of Vizag.
The program focused on educating women, children, and members of the public about women’s safety, child protection, and the prevention of cybercrimes.
Focus On Women’s Safety And Child Protection
During the awareness session, police officials highlighted various safety measures that women and children can adopt in their daily lives.
Key topics discussed included:
- Women’s safety and personal security
- Child protection and safety awareness
- Prevention of harassment and abuse
- Emergency response mechanisms
- Reporting crimes and seeking assistance
Officials encouraged participants to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities or incidents to the police.
Awareness On Cybercrime Prevention
With cybercrimes increasing across the country, the Shakti Team also educated participants about online safety and cyber fraud prevention.
The awareness session covered:
- Online financial frauds
- Fake social media profiles
- OTP and banking scams
- Cyberbullying
- Online privacy protection
Police advised citizens not to share personal information, passwords, or banking details with unknown individuals and to immediately report cybercrime incidents through official channels.
Demonstration Of The Shakti App
A major highlight of the program was the demonstration of the Shakti App, an initiative designed to improve women’s safety.
Officials explained:
- How to download the Shakti App
- Registration process
- Emergency alert features
- Location-sharing options
- Quick access to police assistance
Participants were encouraged to install the app and familiarize themselves with its features to ensure faster support during emergencies.
Strengthening Community Awareness
The awareness drive is part of Visakhapatnam Police’s broader mission to build a safer community through public participation and education.
By conducting such programs regularly, police aim to:
- Increase public awareness
- Empower women and children
- Improve cyber safety knowledge
- Encourage timely reporting of crimes
- Strengthen community-police cooperation
Public Participation Encouraged
Police officials urged citizens to actively participate in awareness initiatives and make use of safety tools such as the Shakti App.
The department reiterated its commitment to protecting women and children while creating a safer environment across Vizag through preventive measures, awareness campaigns, and community engagement.
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