With the launch of India’s first One Stop Crisis Centre in Bhopal on Monday by Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, a workshop on ‘Crime against Women’ was organised here on Tuesday at Gandhi Bhawan.
On Monday, in a programme Aamir Khan suggested for long term solutions against crime against women; on the other hand a voluntary organization Sangini gave women a mantra to take a stand for themselves. Notably, organised by voluntary organization Sangini the workshop was all about a discussion over the crime against women. During the workshop the participants were informed about the crimes against women and steps to fight against such crimes. As many as 350 citizens participated in the workshop. The workshop began at 12 noon and continued till 4 pm.
The speakers included Aruna Mohan of Crime Against Women Cell , Kiran Kirkitta, Namita Sahu from Nirbhaya Team, Anuj Chourasia of legal Aid Cell, Prashant Pathak, Prabha Sethi of Women and Child Welfare Department, Commissioner of Department of labour Vasudeva Sarkar, social activist AAasha Mishra were present and shared their suggestion and views. Further, other social activists and citizens were also present.
During the workshop, the women were encouraged to raise their voice against any crime or injustice and take a stand for themselves. Namita Sahu said that being alert can be of greater help. With being alert in the surroundings one can sense danger near her. On the other hand, a discussion over the various women oriented issues was held and also some safety measures were also suggested during the workshop. Role of various departments in helping the victims was also discussed during the workshop.
Moreover the women were also informed about the One Stop Crisis Centre and how it can prove to be a great help for the victims to fight for themselves.