People crossing the Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly river, Kolkata
A farmer standing in his cauliflower field at dusk

“RAKSHAK PURASKARS’’ Award

The awards are conferred to the individuals who have shown exceptional courage, especially in adverse circumstances in coming to aid, protecting or helping beyond the call of duty and assisting in dealing with the victims of any type of violence, attack or harassment against women and girls.

At a glance

What the myScheme listing says about “RAKSHAK PURASKARS’’ Award
LevelState government
Issued byGovernment of Goa
States and UTsGoa
Areas
Scheme forIndividuals
TagsAward, Crime, Women, Girl, Violence, Harrassment

Before you apply

Information from the myScheme snapshot, Aug 2026. Confirm it on the official page: eligibility, documents, benefits and deadlines are set by the issuing department and are not part of this listing.

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