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Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Panchkula Police's ERV response time improves by two minutes
During an interaction with police officials at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Sector 3, on Saturday, deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Himadree Kaushik highlighted that the average response time of Panchkula Police's emergency response vehicles (ERVs) has improved by two minutes, reducing from eight minutes to six minutes. Kaushik added that this faster response will enable the police to reach incident scenes more quickly. She also issued crucial directives to the heads of all ERV, police control room (PCR), riders, and quick response teams (QRT), emphasising the importance of remaining vigilant for crime prevention. The DCP stressed that constant alertness across all units is paramount to avert any untoward incidents in the city. Kaushik also instructed all officers to maintain a strict watch on suspicious individuals and vehicles, with increased scrutiny at all city checkpoints. Negligence during patrolling will not be tolerated, the DCP asserted. Furthermore, the Smart e-Beat system, used for real-time monitoring of patrolling teams, was reviewed to further optimise its effectiveness.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Panchkula police increase surveillance in areas with more female footfall
The district police have identified 58 areas with significant female footfall and have increased the surveillance to ensure a secure environment. Simultaneously, the police have also pinpointed nine major bus routes frequently used by female commuters and have deployed female police officers along these routes. Their duties extend beyond ensuring passenger safety to actively raising awareness about crucial safety measures, including the Trip Monitoring System and other available resources. DCP Himadree Kaushik informed that their aim is to ensure that women not only feel safe but can also receive immediate and reliable help in any emergency. Services like the Trip Monitoring System, Durga Shakti app, Women's Helpline 1091 and Cyber Helpline 1930 are concrete steps in this direction, she added.
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Blackout in P'kula, Ambala, Panipat after sirens heard on Friday
In view of the security situation, blackouts have been imposed in Panchkula, Ambala and Panipat districts of Haryana from 8 pm to 6 am. Panchkula deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Himadree Kaushik has issued stringent orders for the same. These orders mandate strict compliance from all individuals, government and non-government institutions, and organisations within the district. Furthermore, a complete ban is in effect on the use of firecrackers and loudspeakers at public or private events, such as weddings and celebrations. Prior permission is mandatory if their use is deemed necessary. These orders are effective immediately and will remain in force until further notice. DCP Kaushik has urged citizens to minimise unnecessary movement and to exercise caution when going outside. The public is advised to refrain from believing or spreading rumors, and to verify news only through official Government of India platforms like PIB Fact Check and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting website. The forwarding of unverified messages should be avoided. Any violation of these administrative guidelines will be met with strict enforcement. DCP Kaushik emphasised that the police administration is fully vigilant, and the public need not panic. Police forces are deployed at all checkpoints, and thorough checks of suspicious individuals and vehicles are being conducted. A complete ban on flying drones within the district is also in place. Four police companies, comprising 400 personnel, along with all emergency response vehicles (ERV), police control room (PCR) vans, and rider teams, are fully prepared to address any situation. Blackout in Ambala-Panipat Ambala DC Ajay Tomar, in his official order, said that due to the 'prevailing circumstances and intelligence inputs indicating a potential air strike threat from Pakistan, it is imperative to ensure complete blackout during the night hours to safeguard public safety and strategic interests.' 'Use of inverter, generator and any other power backup used for outdoor lights, billboard, streetlights may invite terror or drone attack. Therefore, I hereby totally ban use of such devices from sunset to sunrise (8 pm to 6 pm) in the district till further order,' the order read. DC also advised all to remain indoors and away from balconies and only venture out in case of urgency only for the next two hours. Similar sirens were also sounded in bordering Yamunanagar district, but no blackout orders were issued there. However, Panipat DC Virender Dahiya later in the day ordered a blackout in the district from 8 pm to 6 am. Following the instructions, merchants were also asked to shut markets early to adhere to the orders. Schools closed in Ambala, KU postpones exam In a separate message, Ambala DC also ordered closure of all educational institutions - school, colleges, ITI and polytechnic on May 9 and May 10. Kurukshetra University also announced to postpone its scheduled exams for today (May 9) and tomorrow (May 10), till further notice. Fresh dates for the exam will be notified later on, a circular from the university read.
