Lieutenant Governor Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu inaugurated Delhi's first full-fledged all-women police station in the Subzi Mandi area on June 19, 2024 [1].
The facility aims to reduce the intimidation often associated with reporting crimes. By providing a dedicated space for women and children, the city seeks to increase the reporting of gender-based violence and improve access to justice.
Located within the Subzi Mandi Police Station complex in the North District, the station is designed to cater exclusively to complaints and crimes involving women and children [2], [3]. The initiative is intended to create a sensitive and accessible environment for victims who may otherwise avoid seeking help from traditional police precincts [2], [4].
Sandhu opened the facility alongside Police Commissioner Satish Golchha and other senior officers from the Delhi Police [2]. Sandhu said the station is a symbol of confidence and trust for the citizens of the National Capital [4].
According to official records, the station became fully operational on June 19, 2024 [1]. The move follows a broader effort to strengthen safety measures across the city by specializing the response to sensitive cases. The station focuses on providing a non-intimidating atmosphere, a critical factor in encouraging victims of domestic and sexual violence to come forward [2], [4].
Officials said that the specialization of the North District facility allows for more focused training for the officers stationed there. This ensures that the personnel handling these cases are equipped with the specific skills required to manage trauma-informed investigations [2].
“Delhi's first full-fledged all-women police station”
The establishment of a specialized, all-women police station represents a shift toward trauma-informed policing in Delhi. By removing the barrier of a male-dominated environment, the city intends to increase the volume of reported crimes against women and children, which historically suffer from underreporting due to social stigma and fear. This model serves as a pilot for how the North District can improve the efficiency of gender-specific legal recourse.
