As Superintendent of Police for Nirmal district in Telangana, India, Sharmila launched the ‘Police Akka’ program in early 2024, pairing female officers with schoolgirls as elder sisters to build trust through yoga, activities, and empowerment talks. The initiative, part of the ‘Mee Police’ campaign, earned her the Silver SKOCH Award in the Police & Safety category at a recent ceremony. It has helped drop crime rates while earning praise for its human touch, with girls now approaching officers confidently.
