Resources

Here you’ll find information on services in Delhi that offer support including shelter, healthcare, legal aid, and mental health. These resources are Delhi-focused, meant to help you explore options for safety and care when you’re ready.

If you are outside Delhi, similar services may be available in your area. You can contact national helplines for guidance.

Delhi Police (24×7)

Dial 112 for immediate help in any emergency

Women’s Helpline (24×7)

Dial 1091 for police support in cases of harassment or violence

Crime Against Women Cell

Dial 181 for crisis response and support

Shakti Shalini Helpline (24×7)

Dial +91 11 24373737
WhatsApp +91 7838957810

If you are experiencing any form of gender-based or sexual violence

Website: shaktishalini.org/helpline

Childline (24×7)

Dial 1098 if a child is in danger, abused, or in need of care

Website: childlineindia.org

 

Sakhi – One Stop Centres (OSCs)

Government-run centres where women facing violence can get free support under one roof: emergency help, medical care, counselling, legal guidance, temporary shelter (up to 5 days), and help with police complaints.

Website: Locate OSCs in Delhi

Find Support Services

If you are seeking shelter for yourself or for someone else, it’s important to ask about the admission or stay process beforehand. Many shelters ask for ID, medical records, or other documents. However, YWCA and Shakti Shalini in Delhi can support women even if you don’t have paperwork.

  • YWCA Shelter Homes
    Safe homes for women (including pregnant or lactating mothers). Free food, medical care, counselling, legal support, and protection are provided. They also offer vocational training, emotional support, and connections to services for rebuilding your life.
    Website: ywcaofdelhi.org/Shelter-Homes

 

  • Shakti Shalini’s Pehchan Shelter Home
    Confidential shelter for up to 10–12 women (with or without children). All living costs are covered, with food, medical care, counselling, legal aid, education, skills training, and creative activities. No fixed limit on stay — women may remain as long as needed, with support for reintegration and follow-up after leaving.
    Website: shaktishalini.org/pehchan-shelter-home

 

  • Government Sakhi – One Stop Centre, Temporary Stay
    Women (and children: girls of any age, boys up to 8 years) can stay for up to 5 days. During this time, food, shelter, medical care, counselling, and legal support are free. For longer-term shelter, OSC staff connect survivors to Swadhar Greh or Short Stay Homes. ID proof is useful but not always mandatory in an emergency. Website: Locate OSCs in Delhi
  • Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS)
    For emergencies, medical support, and counselling.
    Address: Emergency, IHBAS, GTB Enclave, Dilshad Garden, Delhi – 110095
    Phone: 011-22114021 / 22114029 / 22114032 Ext.226
  • Naz Foundation (LGBTQIA+ Health & Support)
    Website: nazindia.org/lgbtqia
  • Aks Foundation (24×7)
    Support for survivors of sexual and physical violence. Call +91 87930 888 14, website: aksfoundation.org/24-x-7-crisis-line/

     

  • Meri Trustline (Rati Foundation)  Online safety helpline. Call or Whatsapp Chat with us on 6363176363 or email meritrustline@ratifoundation.org

If you are feeling overwhelmed or thinking about suicide, these helplines are here for you:

  • TeleMANAS (24×7)
    Phone: 14416 / 1800-891-4416
  • Sneha (10am – 10pm daily)
    Phone: +91 44 2464 0050 / +91 44 2464 0060
    Email: help@snehaindia.org
  • Vandrevala Foundation (24×7)
    Phone: +91 9999 666 555
  • iCall (Mon–Sat, 10am–8pm)
    Phone: 022-2552 1111
    Email: icall@tiss.edu
  • Pink Legal
    Online resource on taking action against domestic violence.
    Website: pinklegal.in/topics/violence-at-home
  • Rahat (Majlis Law)
    Legal and social support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
    Hours: Mon–Fri, 11am–7pm
    Phone: 08291162877 / 07506732641
    Email: majlislaw@majlislaw.com