One Stop Centre Scheme
Last Updated
July 2026 Fact Checked By: Schemewala Editorial Team
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | One Stop Centre Scheme (OSC / Sakhi) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Women and Child Development |
| Target Audience | Any woman or girl facing violence (public or private) |
| Core Service | Integrated Police, Medical, Legal, and Shelter help under one roof |
| Emergency Number | 181 (or 112) |
About the Scheme
When a woman faces domestic violence, sexual assault, or harassment, she usually has to run between the police station, the hospital, and a lawyer's office, facing trauma at every step. The One Stop Centre (OSC), also known as the Sakhi Centre, solves this. It is a physical building (usually located inside or right next to the District Hospital) where all these services are brought to the survivor under one single roof.
High-Value Insider Info: Exactly What You Get (100% Free)
- No FIR Required for Entry: You do not need a police FIR to walk into an OSC. If you are scared, just walk in. The staff will provide counseling and medical first aid immediately.
- Police Facilitation: If you decide to file a complaint, you do not have to go to a scary police station. A police officer (usually female) will come to the OSC to record your statement or file the Domestic Incident Report (DIR).
- Free Legal Aid: The centre has empanelled lawyers from the District Legal Services Authority. They will fight your case in court completely free of charge.
- Emergency Shelter (Hidden Rule): If your husband has thrown you out of the house at night, the OSC provides a safe, secure temporary shelter with food and a bed for up to 5 days.
- No Documents Needed: The scheme is survivor-centric. You do not need to show an Aadhaar card or income certificate to get emergency medical or police help.
Exact Navigation Path: How to Access Help
- Immediate Danger: Dial 181 (Women Helpline) or 112. Tell the operator you need to be rescued and taken to the nearest Sakhi Centre. They will dispatch a PCR van to extract you safely.
- Walk-in: Search "One Stop Centre" or "Sakhi Centre" on Google Maps in your district. They are usually attached to the main Government District Hospital. You can walk in 24/7.
- Referrals: An ASHA worker, Anganwadi worker, or even a neighbor can bring a victim to the centre.
FAQs
Is this only for married women facing domestic violence?
No. It is for any woman or girl (including minors under 18) facing any type of violence—including cybercrime, acid attacks, trafficking, rape, or workplace harassment.
Will they force me to file a police case?
No. Psycho-social counselors at the OSC will explain your legal options, but the ultimate choice to file an FIR or pursue a legal case rests entirely with you.
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