Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister Launches 'Singappen' Force for Women's Safety with ₹354 Crore Allocation
‘Singappen’: Vijay launches specialised force for women’s safety with Rs 354-crore allocation, drone surveillance
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched the Singappen Special Force, a dedicated unit for women's safety, with an allocation of over ₹354 crore. The initiative aims to prevent crimes against women and includes India's first drone surveillance system for policing.
- 01The Singappen Special Force will focus on preventing crimes such as stalking, sexual harassment, and attempted abductions.
- 02The initiative is backed by an initial funding of over ₹354 crore and aims to operate alongside existing law enforcement.
- 03Vijay emphasized a 'zero tolerance' approach to crimes against women and narcotics, linking the two issues.
- 04The program will introduce drone surveillance for patrolling and will expand to create 2,500 additional posts in the second phase.
- 05Vijay's administration is prioritizing women's safety and narcotics enforcement as part of its broader law-and-order agenda.
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In a significant move for women's safety, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched the Singappen Special Force at Chennai's Rajarathinam Stadium, backed by an allocation of over ₹354 crore. This specialized unit aims to prevent crimes against women and girls, including stalking and sexual harassment, while incorporating India's first drone-based patrol system for enhanced surveillance. During the launch, Vijay emphasized the importance of a 'zero tolerance' policy towards crimes against women and narcotics, linking the two issues as critical challenges faced by the state. He noted that the problem of narcotics has been allowed to grow unchecked in previous years and committed to addressing it vigorously. The force will also coordinate with NGOs and government departments to raise awareness and respond to safety complaints. Additionally, plans are in place to create 2,500 more positions in the second phase of the initiative, demonstrating a robust commitment to improving women's safety and law enforcement in Tamil Nadu.
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The establishment of the Singappen Special Force is expected to enhance women's safety in Tamil Nadu, addressing long-standing concerns about crimes against women.
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