Community safety
Harassment, missing persons, and public-nuisance incidents need a record even when they feel minor.
Applies across India. Civic numbers may differ by city. Last reviewed 18 August 2026.
If it just happened
- For harassment, move to a well-lit public place and call 1091 (women's helpline) or 112.
- For a missing person, report immediately — the old '24-hour rule' does not legally exist.
- Record audio/video only if safe; never escalate physically.
Reduce the risk
- Save one emergency contact under 'ICE' (In Case of Emergency) so responders can find it from a locked phone.
- Share live location with a trusted contact for first-time meetings or late commutes.
Report and follow up
- Missing-person reports: carry a recent photo, last-seen details, phone number. Filing station must accept (zero-FIR).
- Harassment at work: Internal Complaints Committee under the PoSH Act 2013.
- Child-related incidents: Childline 1098, 24×7.
Official sources
This is general public-safety information for India, last reviewed 18 August 2026. It is not legal, medical, or emergency advice. Always follow official instructions from police, hospitals, and the numbers above. Absence of reports is never safety.