Akka Pade: Belagavi City’s Dedicated Shield for Women and Children
The initiative emphasizes that women’s safety is a collective responsibility, aiming to build a society where every citizen feels secure and empowered. The squad is not merely a patrolling unit, but a comprehensive support system focused on quick tactical responses and long-term awareness.
Comprehensive Emergency Support System
The Akka Pade initiative is built on four critical pillars of service to ensure no call for help goes unanswered:
- Dedicated Squad: A specially trained team focused exclusively on the protection and safety of women.
- Rapid Response: Strategic deployment across the city to ensure immediate assistance during emergencies.
- Round-the-Clock Vigilance: 24×7 support and assistance available for victims of harassment or distress.
- Social Empowerment: Active programs aimed at building confidence among women and spreading awareness about legal rights and safety measures.
Endorsement from Leadership
Women’s safety is everyone’s responsibility together, we stand stronger.
✔️ Dedicated safety squad for women protection
✔️ Quick response in emergencies
✔️ 24×7 support and assistance
✔️ Awareness and confidence building in society
📞 Helpline: 8277951185
🚨 Emergency: 112
💻… pic.twitter.com/wBJqM0LtTq— Laxmi Hebbalkar (@laxmi_hebbalkar) May 8, 2026
The safety drive has received strong backing from the state government. Highlighting the importance of the initiative, Karnataka Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar recently took to social media to advocate for the cause.
“Women’s safety is everyone’s responsibility; together, we stand stronger.”
The Minister urged residents to stay aware and confident, reinforcing that the government and the police department view citizen safety as a top priority.
Important Helpline Numbers
To ensure seamless access to help, the department has released dedicated contact lines for different categories of emergencies:
- Akka Pade Helpline: 8277951185
- General Emergency: 112
- Cyber Crime Reporting: 1930
The Belagavi City Police encourages all residents to save these numbers and report any suspicious activity immediately. By integrating technology and specialized patrolling, the Akka Pade squad continues to serve as a formidable deterrent against crime in the region.
