LAHORE: The Punjab Women Protection Authority (PWPA) has launched a 24-hour toll-free helpline, 0800-01737, to provide women with immediate assistance, legal guidance and protection.
PWPA Director General Dr. Lubna Nazir said women facing harassment, domestic violence, physical abuse or any other emergency can contact the helpline without fear at any time. She said the service is completely toll-free, allowing women to seek immediate support at no cost.
According to the authority, the helpline offers legal assistance, protection and counselling to women in need. Dr. Nazir said all complaints received through the service are treated with utmost seriousness, while the identity and personal information of callers are kept strictly confidential.
She said the initiative reflects the Punjab government’s commitment to ensuring a safer environment for women, adding that no woman would be left alone in times of distress.
Dr. Nazir urged women in need of assistance to immediately contact the 24/7 helpline at 0800-01737.
