- On May 11, 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu announced the formation of the "Singappen Special Task Force" with the objective of strengthening the safety and protection of women.
- This specialized unit will function to monitor and take swift action regarding safety-related matters concerning women across the state.
- This initiative is regarded as one of the first major measures launched by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay following his assumption of office on May 10, 2026.
- In the initial phase of this special task force, 36 posts have been sanctioned.
- The unit will be led by an officer of the Inspector General (IG) rank.
- Additionally, the unit will comprise one Superintendent of Police, two Deputy Superintendents of Police, four Inspectors, eight Sub-Inspectors, and 20 personnel from other categories.
- The government aims to establish a specialized security unit capable of responding rapidly to matters concerning women's safety and enhancing the effectiveness of preventive security mechanisms.
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