Violence against girls and women is a grave problem in society. Madhya Pradesh government is sensitive, alert and active in preventing misbehaviour or violence with women in the state.
Sports & Youth Welfare department has chalked out Veerangana Yojana for special self-defence training to girls and women. Under the scheme, girls and women will be made physically, mentally and emotionally strong through special training. Under it, all females above 10 years of age will be trained by expert trainers in dealing with any untoward incident at workplace, educational institutions, public places etc. As many as 40 sessions will be held during the training programme. At every camp, training will be imparted to 50 girls and women.