National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, recently visited Assam’s Dibrugarh district to engage with women from various backgrounds, focusing on empowerment, safety, education, domestic violence, and access to government welfare schemes.
During the visit, women raised concerns ranging from social security and legal awareness to challenges related to family violence and economic independence. Rahatkar sensitively addressed these issues by highlighting legal rights and protection mechanisms available under different laws and schemes, emphasizing the importance of awareness and self-reliance among women.
A significant part of the visit involved discussions on combating human trafficking, which Rahatkar described as a severe crime necessitating coordinated efforts. She met with officials of the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) to assess the existing scenario, investigative hurdles, coordination challenges, and survivor rehabilitation strategies.
Advocating for a collaborative approach, Rahatkar called for enhanced cooperation among the police, district administration, social organizations, and NGOs to effectively combat trafficking. She commended the local authorities for their actions against crimes targeting women, stressing the significance of a victim-centric approach in investigations and prosecutions.
Rahatkar reiterated NCW’s dedication to supporting women’s safety and empowerment nationwide, emphasizing the need for sustained awareness campaigns, capacity-building of enforcement agencies, and community involvement to create a secure environment for women.
