Cyber Crime Prevention Against Women and Children (CCPWC) Initiative

August 1, 2024

Safe City Projects are organized efforts by local police and city authorities to make cities safer, especially for women, and to fix problems with infrastructure. These projects are part of national plans to prevent cyber crimes against women and children, supported by the Nirbhaya Fund.

What is CCPWC?

The CCPWC initiative, under the Nirbhaya Fund, focuses on tackling cyber crimes. A key part of this initiative is the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP), where people can report various cyber crimes, especially those targeting women and children.

NCRP and Reporting Mechanisms

The NCRP has been visited over 16.18 crore times and has reported 1.94 lakh incidents of child pornography and related crimes. Additionally, a partnership between India and the USA improves cooperation in addressing online child exploitation. To help investigate cyber crimes, Cyber Forensic cum Training Labs have been set up in 33 States and Union Territories, with a financial investment of more than Rs. 131.60 crore. These labs help handle and analyze cyber crime data effectively.

Emergency Response Support Systems

The Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) is available in all States and Union Territories, managing over 36.29 crore calls. It works with the Women Helpline (181) to provide better support for women in distress.

Safe City Projects Implementation

The Safe City Projects aim to use advanced technologies for smarter policing in eight cities: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Mumbai. These projects focus on addressing safety concerns raised by women and improving public safety infrastructure.

About National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP)

Launch and Purpose: The National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) was launched in 2020 in India to make reporting cybercrimes such as hacking, identity theft, and financial fraud easier.
Features: The NCRP is available 24/7, offers anonymity for reporters, and includes online resources to raise awareness about cyber safety. It also helps law enforcement track cybercrime trends.
Broader Initiative: The portal is part of India’s Digital India campaign, aiming to boost public involvement in fighting cybercrime.

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