NCW Launches New Helpline Number 14490

Entry Date: 26 Nov2025 at 5:00 PM by PIB Delhi//Ministry of Women and Child Development

Another New Initiative to Reach Out to Women in Distress

New Delhi: November 26, 2025: (PIB Delhi//Women's Screen Desk):

Despite numerous efforts and initiatives by the government, the number of crimes against women shows no sign of decreasing. Therefore, it is repeatedly felt that more steps need to be taken. Considering this need, a new helpline number has now been launched. There is not only hope but also complete confidence that this number will help in curbing crimes against women.

The National Commission for Women has rolled out a new 24×7 short code helpline — 14490 to ensure quicker and more accessible support for women in distress across the country. This toll-free number serves as an easy-to-recall short code connected to NCW’s existing helpline 7827170170, enabling women to seek assistance without any cost or delay.

The new short code strengthens NCW’s ongoing efforts to provide immediate help to women facing violence, harassment, or any form of distress. As the first point of contact, the helpline will continue to offer guidance, facilitate coordination with relevant authorities, and support timely intervention.

NCW encourages citizens, community groups, institutions, and partners to widely share this information so that more women are aware of the helpline services available to them at all times.

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