Post Nikita, more crime against women reported

Strap: Majority report cyber, phone stalking; Gurugram cops launch ‘Speak Up’ initiative

Our Correspondent

Gurugram, November 2

Days after the brutal murder of Nikita Tomar, there has been witnessed a surge in the daily registration of crimes against women.

Sources claim there has been a sudden surge in the number of women contacting the police stations and helpline numbers to report instances of eve teasing, molestation and online and offline stalking. Majority of the calls pertain to cyber and phone stalking, they add.

“The case has rung alarm bells both for women and families. They now understand that ignoring eve teasers and stalkers actually encourages them and it may lead to serious crimes. The number of calls on women helpline number has increased whereas many callers still wary of filing FIR want cops to call and warn the accused,” said a local DCP.

Police commissioner KK Rao said they had already launched an initiative “Speak Up”.

“The first step to deal with any crime is its timely registration. Women should approach us even at the slightest discomfort. This will stop problem there and then,” Rao added.