Madurai Police Launch “Police Akka” Scheme in Schools

Madurai, June 6 – In a significant step towards student safety, the Madurai district police introduced the “Police Akka” scheme across schools on Thursday, coinciding with the reopening of the academic year.

Under this initiative, police officers will visit schools every 10–15 days (at least once a month) to review safety measures and provide girl students with a platform to raise concerns about their safety.

Key Highlights of the Scheme

• Awareness sessions held in four schools: OCPM Higher Secondary School, Ponmudiyar Girls High School, Kakkai Padiniyar Girls Higher Secondary School, and Balamandiram High School.
• Topics covered: women’s safety, POCSO Act, road safety, responsible social media use, and the Police Assistant App.
• Led by Inspector K. Indirani, head of the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU).
• Students educated on emergency helpline numbers: 100, 181, and 1098.
• Introduction of Pink Patrol and Singappen special task force for women’s safety.
• District Collector P. Akash distributed uniforms, notebooks, and materials at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Mahaboopalayam.

Voices from Madurai

Parents and students welcomed the initiative:

• “Having a Police Akka gives us confidence. We know someone is listening to us,” said a student from Ponmudiyar Girls High School.
• Local parents noted that the scheme could help reduce fear and hesitation among young girls in reporting issues.

Why It Matters

With rising concerns about women’s safety and responsible digital use, the Police Akka scheme aims to build trust between students and law enforcement, ensuring that schools remain safe spaces for learning and growth.

Summary

The Madurai police have rolled out the “Police Akka” scheme to strengthen safety in schools. With awareness sessions on women’s safety, POCSO, and digital responsibility, the initiative ensures girl students have direct access to police support and helplines.