NCW chief urges mindset shift, says laws alone can't ensure women's safety

NCW Chairperson <b>Vijaya Rahatkar</b> said society expects women to juggle home, work and emotional support while still facing discrimination and violence, calling for a fundamental attitude change. She noted that existing laws have deterred some offences but cannot bring lasting change, highlighting domestic violence, workplace harassment and a surge in cybercrimes as evolving threats. Rahatkar urged governments and citizens to broaden respect for women, stressing that legal deterrence must be paired with societal effort to make women safe in every sphere.