The ministry has sanctioned a sum Rs 100 crore from the Nirbhaya fund for setting up and strengthening of the women help desks in police stations, the statement said
Yadav's allegations were rejected by Shalabh Mani Tripathi, who is adviser to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
All these initiatives will remain on paper until women feel "safe" to venture out of their homes
Kejriwal said free rides for women on all DTC and cluster buses will ensure their safety
The Centre would engage with the respective governments for implementation of the legislations in the states
Women's safety in India is a grave concern
Device, aimed at preventing undesired access, is priced at Rs 1,000