Safety Resources

Important helplines, reporting portals, and emergency guidance for staying safe while dating in India. Save these numbers — they could help you or someone you know.

Emergency Helplines

Cybercrime Helpline

1930

National toll-free helpline for reporting cyber fraud, online scams, and financial fraud. Available 24/7.

Visit NCRP Portal

Police Emergency

112

Unified emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance. Works across all states in India.

Women Helpline

181

National Commission for Women helpline. Free, 24/7 support for women in distress.

National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal

cybercrime.gov.in

File a cybercrime complaint online. Report financial fraud, identity theft, social media crimes, and online harassment.

File a Complaint

What to Do If You Feel Trapped or Unsafe

If you are on a date and feel unsafe, pressured, or suspect a scam, follow these steps:

1
Stay calm and do not confront
Do not argue about the bill or accuse anyone. Keep a neutral tone and avoid escalating.
2
Excuse yourself to use the restroom
Move to a private area to make phone calls or send messages without being watched.
3
Call 112 (police) or 1930 (cybercrime)
If you feel physically threatened, call 112 immediately. For financial fraud or scam situations, call 1930.
4
Alert a trusted contact
Text or call a friend or family member. Share your live location using WhatsApp or Google Maps.
5
Document everything
Take photos of the bill, venue name, and any suspicious items. Screenshot conversations and save payment receipts.
6
Pay only what is reasonable
You are not legally obligated to pay inflated bills. Pay only for what you ordered at market price. Ask for a printed menu with prices.
7
Leave the venue safely
Walk towards a busy, well-lit area. Use a trusted cab service (Uber/Ola) rather than an unknown auto. Do not accept rides from anyone at the venue.
8
Report the incident
File a complaint on cybercrime.gov.in and report on DateCheck to warn others.

Before You Go — Safety Tips

Always meet in a public, well-known place for the first few dates.

Share your date plan (venue, time, contact) with a trusted friend.

Google the venue and check reviews before going. Avoid unknown or very new places.