NHRC, India issues an Advisory on ‘Women’s Safety at Work and Public Spaces’

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has issued an advisory titled ‘Women’s Safety at Work and Public Spaces’ to ten Union Ministries, the Railway Board, and the Chief Secretaries or Administrators of all States and Union Territories. Highlighting data such as a 34.6% female labor force participation rate in September 2026 and about 4.4 lakh reported cases of crimes against women in the 2026 NCRB report, the Commission stresses that workplace and public safety remains a persistent concern. The advisory outlines eight key action areas including awareness, infrastructure, bystander intervention, police response, survivor support, cybercrime prevention, and long-term reforms. The NHRC has sought action taken reports from the concerned authorities within two months.