During her third visit to a state women’s shelter in Bengaluru, Chowdhary reviewed the facilities and the health and living conditions of residents.(Representative image)
Updated on: 14 Aug 2026, 3:06 am
BENGALURU: The Karnataka State Women’s Commission is pushing for improved basic facilities, healthcare and safety measures at women’s shelters and reception centres across the state, said Commission chairperson Dr Nagalakshmi Chowdhary
During her third visit to a state women’s shelter in Bengaluru, Chowdhary reviewed the facilities and the health and living conditions of residents. She said noticeable improvements had been made following directions issued during her earlier inspections
The shelter had earlier faced complaints over the lack of drinking water, hot water and television facilities, besides allegations of harassment by staff. Officials were subsequently directed to address these concerns
The centre currently has 39 residents, of whom 31 are facing mental health-related issues. The Commission has directed authorities to give greater attention to their health and nutritional needs
Since July, residents have been provided non-vegetarian food once a week. Officials have also been instructed to provide eggs every day and iron supplements to help prevent malnutrition and anaemia. Mandatory medical check-ups are being conducted once every three months
Chowdhary said the Commission would recommend that the government provide a vehicle facility to ensure residents can be taken to hospitals quickly during medical emergencies
The Commission is also seeking to digitise records maintained at the shelters. Currently, details related to residents’ treatment, leave and discharge are maintained through paper-based records
The shelter authorities have been instructed to develop a comprehensive digital record-management system covering residents’ stay, treatment and rehabilitation
Chowdhary said the measures for strengthening the overall system at women’s shelters and ensuring that residents receive safe living conditions, proper healthcare and adequate nutritional support
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