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All India · Women / Legal Aid

One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)

Also known as: One Stop Centre – Sakhi · One Stop Centre · One Stop Centre Yojana · वन स्टॉप सेंटर – सखी

Ministry of Women & Child Development

Benefit

Free legal aid, medical help, shelter & psychological support for women in distress · Call 181

A single centre where women facing violence or distress can get police, medical, legal and counselling help under one roof.

At a glance

Scheme	One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)
For	Women / Legal Aid
Where	All India
Department	Ministry of Women & Child Development
How to apply	At office / CSC

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

181 Helpline (call or walk-in)

Who can apply for One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)?

Indian citizens. For: Women.

What is the benefit of One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)?

Free legal aid, medical help, shelter & psychological support for women in distress · Call 181

What documents are needed for One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)?

No documents required in emergency, Aadhaar Card (preferred).

How do I apply for One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)?

181 Helpline (call or walk-in)

How can I check if I am eligible for One Stop Centre – Sakhi (Women in Distress)?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.