Protests erupt outside Kasba Police station as 3 arrested in alleged Kolkata college gang rape
A recent report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has revealed that after Delhi, Mumbai stands as the second most unsafe place for individuals above 60 years old. Highlighting the vulnerability of senior citizens, recent incidents, including robbery and blackmailing, have brought the safety concerns of the elderly living alone under the spotlight once again.
The alarming rise in crimes against the elderly in upscale areas like Nepean Sea and Juhu has raised significant concerns. Despite initiatives like the 'ElderLine' helpline (1090) and special help centers established by the Mumbai Police, the safety of senior citizens remains a pressing social issue. Furthermore, the lack of accountability of agencies recruiting offenders as house helps adds to the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in addressing this issue.