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<p>POONCH: District Center for Women's Empowerment, Mahila Shakti Kendra Poonch today started an initiative to spread awareness door-to-door about the 181 Women's Helpline for women in distress.</p>
<p>The purpose of this campaign was to make people aware of the various services that the 181 helpline provides, especially in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.</p>
<p>Speaking about the Women's Helpline Service, Women's Welfare Officer Priya Sharma said that it is a Government initiative to provide a 24-hour response to women affected by any kind of violence.  District Coordinator Tirath Kour also provided information on support services, government schemes and programs available for women affected by violence.  Medical assistance, legal assistance and temporary shelter are also provided to those who deserve it, she said.</p>
<p>During this awareness campaign, all SOPs and lockdown protocol were followed, such as maintaining social distancing and mandatory use of masks, with emphasis mainly on e-sharm and Old Pension card plans.</p>
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