Pune’s Bharosa Cell, which handles domestic violence, family disputes, and abuse cases, has seen a significant rise in cases:In 2023, over 4,300 cases were registered—a sharp rise from previous years.
There has been a marked increase in cases involving mental harassment, especially related to social media, trust issues, and emotional abuse.
Many couples—married and live-in—are reporting stress and incompatibility as common triggers.
The Bharosa Cell works under the Pune Police’s Crime Branch and prioritizes counselling and reconciliation over legal action.
Trained counsellors and police officers conduct joint sessions to mediate between couples and families.Of all complaints, a significant number are resolved without FIRs, showcasing the cell’s success in preventing legal escalation and offering psychological support.
In 2023, Pune’s Bharosa Cell recorded 4,312 cases of domestic disputes—a sharp rise from 2,986 cases in 2021 .These cases involved a mix of marital conflicts, mental and emotional abuse, and even P‑OCSO incidents.Of these, 667 FIRs were filed, and 398 cases were escalated to court, with others being investigated or counseled .Officials credit the surge to growing awareness around mental health, personal rights, and the access to professional counselling .There’s been a notable rise in mental harassment cases (e.g., due to social media issues or infidelity), even as physical violence has declined .The unit is open to women, senior citizens, juveniles, and even married men, with around 375 men filing complaints since January (likely 2025) .In 2021, it resolved 1,675 out of 2,896 family dispute cases—up from 1,441 out of 2,074 in 2020 .ACP Anita More and her team have actively encouraged couples—including live-in partners—to seek help early and avoid drastic decisions .Their message is clear: *“Feel free to discuss your problems with us. Don’t take extreme steps.”* Officials have noted a shift from physical to mental abuse cases, with partners citing social pressure, work stress, and lack of communication as causes.
There’s also a rise in complaints by men, especially in cases of emotional harassment and property disputes.Even teenagers and college students are approaching the cell for help with harassment or family pressure
Following the shocking domestic violence case involving Vaishnavi Hagawane, several women have now come forward to file similar complaints, drawing attention to the often-silenced issue of abuse within homes with the children, and senior citizens grappling with domestic violence, abuse, and psychological trauma.
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