Overview On 02 February 2026 , a Family Counselling Centre was inaugurated within the premises of the Puttaparthi Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) office . The ceremony was led by Sri Sathya Sai district Superintendent of Police (SP) Satish Kumar , who described the centre as a “genuine platform for resolving women’s problems” and a replicable model for the district. The initiative aims to provide structured, police‑backed support to women facing domestic and family‑related disputes, thereby strengthening the broader strategy of curbing crimes against women. Key Developments Inauguration and Leadership: SP Satish Kumar officially opened the centre, emphasizing its role in delivering amicable resolutions with full police support. Multi‑Stakeholder Team: A dedicated team comprising a lawyer, representatives from voluntary organisations, police personnel and women members has been constituted to ensure effective counselling and legal assistance. Operational Framework: The centre will operate two days a week regularly, with the provision for round‑the‑clock counselling if required. Similar centres have already been established at Kadiri , Penugonda and Dharmavaram . Important Facts Complaint Profile: After revenue‑related grievances, family disputes constitute the highest number of complaints received by the police in the district. Donor Support: The establishment of the facility was made possible through contributions from private donors, underscoring community participation in women’s welfare. UPSC Relevance This development touches upon several UPSC syllabus components: Polity & Governance (role of police in social welfare, community policing), Society (women’s safety, family dispute resolution), and Internal Security (preventive measures against gender‑based crimes). Questions may be framed on the effectiveness of police‑led counselling centres, comparative analysis with similar schemes in other states, and the integration of civil society in law‑enforcement initiatives. Way Forward For sustained impact, the centre should expand its operational days, incorporate digital counselling platforms, and develop a robust monitoring mechanism to assess outcomes. Scaling the model across more districts, coupled with capacity‑building for police personnel on gender‑sensitive approaches, can further institutionalise the preventive framework against crimes on women.