The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) has established an expert committee to provide guidance on matters related to the protection, welfare, safety, rights, and empowerment of women in the national capital. The committee was formed under Sections 8 and 10 of the Delhi Commission for Women Act, 1994, with the approval of the DCW Chairperson.
Six-Member Expert Panel
The six-member committee comprises experts from diverse fields including social work, public policy, healthcare, and women's empowerment. The appointees include Dr Neena Pandey, Professor in the Department of Social Work; Dr K Aparna Sharma, Professor at AIIMS, New Delhi; Dr Neelima Sona of MyGov’s Special Project Division; Sonal Kapoor, Director of Protsahan India Foundation; sociologist Vinita Bakshi; and social worker Indira Mishra.
Role and Functions
The committee will assist the DCW in carrying out its functions effectively, focusing on enhancing women's safety and welfare in Delhi. According to the DCW, the panel will provide expert advice and recommendations to strengthen the commission's initiatives.
