Every police station in Bihar to have a Child Help Desk from Oct. 2
The objective is not only to curb the increasing number of crimes against children, but also to provide them with a dedicated space where they can openly discuss any problems at the police station
The Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, has announced plans to set up Child Help Desks in every one of the state's 1,377 police stations and outposts starting from October 2. This initiative aims to tackle crimes against children in Bihar. The decision was communicated by the Police Headquarters (PHQ) on September 17, 2026, to all district Superintendents of Police.
These Child Help Desks, also referred to as Child Corners, will be operational by Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. The Child Welfare Police Officer (CWPO) of each police station will lead these centres, with their details prominently displayed along with those of the District Child Protection Officer (DCPO). Female police personnel will be deployed to deal with issues concerning girls and will provide contact information for immediate assistance.
Complaints made at these desks will be addressed within a set time-frame, with complete records of their resolution kept on file. The Child Help Desks are not just about preventing crimes against children; they also serve to educate them about relevant laws, including the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. All these measures are in line with Section 8(5) of the Bihar Police Act, 2007 and the guidelines provided by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR).
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