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The Hindu
21-07-2025
- The Hindu
Tambaram police intensify measures to prevent sexual harassment in child care homes
In light of a recent incident of sexual harassment at a child care home, the Tambaram City Police have initiated measures to enhance the monitoring, safety, and security of children residing in such institutions. Tambaram City Police Commissioner Abin Dinesh Modak has directed that women sub-inspectors (SI) make regular visits to child care homes. Women SIs from the All Women Police Stations (AWPS) have been assigned to visit homes within their jurisdiction twice a week, with visits scheduled to coincide with times when the majority of residents are present. The officers have been instructed to interact directly with the girls, listen to their grievances, and address any concerns promptly. In a circular, Mr. Modak also stated that inspectors must maintain strict vigil over the safety and security of all inmates. Any dereliction of duty or concerns regarding staff conduct will be dealt with firmly and in accordance with the law. The telephone and mobile numbers of the designated police officers responsible for each home must be prominently displayed on the premises, in both Tamil and English. This is to ensure that inmates and staff have immediate access to police support, if required. A separate complaint box should be installed in each home and kept securely locked. The key should remain in the custody of the designated police officer, who shall personally open the box once a week. If any complaint is found, appropriate legal action will be initiated without any delay, said Tambaram City Police Commissioner. All institutions are urged to cooperate fully with law enforcement during inspections and to implement all prescribed safety protocols without compromise.
The Hindu
05-07-2025
- The Hindu
Tambaram police launch counselling centre for vulnerable children
Tambaram City Police has set up a counselling centre named 'Thalaraadha Thalirgal' in Perumbakkam, as part of a new initiative 'Perumabakkam Experiment' aimed at protecting vulnerable children in the resettlement cluster. The centre is designed to provide appropriate care and rehabilitation for children who are victims of sexual offences or affected by drug abuse. This centre functions from the Block No 30 of Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board(TNUHDB), in Perumbakkam. The centre's primary objective is to provide psychological and emotional support to the affected children and their families are treated in a safe and respectful manner. 'Perumabakkam Experiment' initiative by Tambaram City Police Commissioner Abin Dinesh Modak focuses on crime reduction and providing better livelihood to the people who are living in resettlement tenements. Mr. Modak said this counselling centre works in close coordination with the District Child Welfare Committee(CWC), the district unit of Social Welfare Department and non-government organisations. It aims to offer a stress free environment and a child friendly approach for the children. A senior police officer explained the purpose of setting up a such centre said, 'We have been seeing the incidents of children are being affected by different kinds of abuse such as sexual or drug in resettlement tenements in Kannagi Nagar, Perumbakkam and Semmanchery.' Assistant Commissioner of Police Vaishnavi said reporting of abuse were initially low, but awareness campaigns have helped children gradually come forward through Child Helpline. 'Now we have a centre with good ambience. Any child with any issue can walk in and children who are connected with cases also will be given counselling. There will be follow-up. Additionally NGOs are taking tuition classes in this area and children may come through them to this centre. It is victim centric counselling centre. We expect crime to reduce in the area due to this initiative.' Police personnel have been trained in standard operating procedures to support victims seeking counselling or other assistance. Counselling is provided by a senior counsellor from the department of Social Welfare. Post-trauma support is also extended to parents and guardians to help them cope. The centre maintains a child-friendly environment that ensures privacy and safety. Awareness programmes and counselling are provided against drug abuse and sexual abuse. Tambaram City Police has called on parents, teachers, NGOs and community leaders to participate in spreading awareness about the centre and to refer children in need of protection and support. 'This new initiative underscores that the strong commitment of police department to ensure justice and protection for affected children,'said Mr. Modak.
The Hindu
03-07-2025
- The Hindu
Tambaram gets ‘traffic marshal' two-wheelers to tackle congestion, accidents
The Tambaram City Traffic Police (TCTP) have launched an initiative to improve road safety and traffic management by introducing 26 'traffic marshal' two-wheelers. These vehicles will patrol Grand Southern Trunk (GST) Road, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), East Coast Road (ECR), 200 Feet Radial Road, and other important arterial roads within the TCTP limits. Each vehicle is equipped with a public address system, siren, and blinking lights to improve visibility, especially during night patrols and rush hours. The traffic marshals will work in eight-hour shifts, focusing on peak hours, clearing traffic congestion, managing accident scenes, assisting with vehicle breakdowns, and ensuring smooth traffic flow near educational institutions and offices. Launching the initiative on Wednesday (July 2, 2025), Tambaram City Police Commissioner Abin Dinesh Modak said the TCTP has also carried out several improvement drives to make roads safer and more efficient, as well as special drives to remove roadside encroachments on major arterial roads. More than 150 roadside food carts have been removed, Mr. Abin said. Wrong-side driving Strict enforcement against wrong-side driving has led to the registration of more than 4,000 cases. Major changes, like the improvements made at the Kamatchi Hospital Junction, where waiting timing has reduced considerably, have been introduced. Similarly, the implementation of a one-way system in Kundrathur has also helped in easing traffic, he said. As a result of these efforts, traffic rule enforcement has significantly increased. A total of 2,25,109 cases under the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act were registered as of June 2025, up from 1,50,778 cases in 2024. Helmet violation cases alone rose to 48,551, compared to 26,051 last year. Drunken driving enforcement has also been intensified. The TCTP registered 4,827 cases in 2025, up from 1,937 in 2024. All offenders faced licence cancellation as part of stricter penalties. Increased late-night patrolling contributed to a drop in accidents during night hours, he added. The officer said public awareness and community engagement remain a key focus, and campaigns like the 'No Helmet No Ride' programme aim to encourage helmet use. Special drives against wrong-side driving and workshops for auto and cab drivers promote safe driving habits and better legal compliance, he added. All accident-prone areas, or 'black spots', have been fixed through coordination with local civic bodies, road authorities, and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), said traffic police officials.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
Tambaram cops launch ‘back to college' programme for disadvantaged students
Chennai: To curb crime and promote education, the Tambaram police have launched an outreach programme at Perumbakkam to assist economically disadvantaged students in pursuing higher education. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Perumbakkam houses more than 20,000 families resettled by the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (TNUHDB). With most residents are daily wage earners or low-income workers, many children, due to financial constraints, drop out after completing Class XII and some turn to crime or substance abuse, police say. To break this cycle, Tambaram police commissioner Abin Dinesh Modak asked police personnel to identify students who completed Class XII and are willing to study further. "Our officers will help them with the application process, documentation, and coordinate with colleges to ensure they are not left behind due to financial or social barriers," said a senior officer. Police teams are going street by street with public address systems and visiting homes to spread awareness about this opportunity. Special evening camps will be set up in the Perumbakkam TNUHDB housing complexes, where students can submit college application copies, Class XII certificates, and mark sheets for guidance and assistance. "We believe that empowering youth with education is the most effective way to reduce crime and build a better society," said a senior officer overseeing the programme. "We are not just enforcing law and order — we're investing in the future of these communities," he added. Residents and local leaders have welcomed the initiative. "For years, our children have struggled to go beyond school. This support from the police gives us new hope," said Meenakshi, a resident of Perumbakkam. Students interested in availing themselves of the support have been urged to attend the upcoming police-organized camps with their documents.
