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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Delhi police celebrate independence day with music rallies and patriotic events
New Delhi: In the runup to Independence Day, Delhi Police has been weaving music, movement and emotion into a public celebration of patriotism. The force has turned its duties into opportunities to connect with citizens and together share in the national spirit. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Near Qutab Minar, a patriotic musical evening as part of the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga campaign was organised on Aug 12. From 4pm to 7pm, the Delhi Police music band rendered an array of patriotic tunes. The melodies reverberated against the centuries-old monument, drawing residents and visitors into a shared moment of pride. Under Atul Katiyar, special commissioner of police, the welfare unit of Delhi Police distributed national flags to those gathered. The sight of citizens waving them in unison, framed by the Qutab Minar's timeless silhouette, created a living portrait of unity. The band 18 police personnel performed a special programme and presented stirring patriotic songs such as Ae Watan Watan Mere, Aisa Desh Hai Mera, Chhodo Kal Ki Baatein, Teri Mitti and Dil Diya Hai Jaan Bhi Denge Ae Watan Tere Liye. Speaking of another event, Shashank Jaiswal, DCP (Traffic) said, "The Tiranga Yatra on Wednesday saw around 250 students from Delhi schools marching with the Tricolour along Baba Kharak Singh Marg, chanting patriotic slogans and filling the streets with national fervour." Elsewhere in the city, Delhi Traffic Police swapped their usual vantage points at intersections for the saddle of a motorcycle. From Todapur traffic HQ, 140 officers on 70 motorbikes, led by a police Gypsy, each flying the national flag, set out for a rally to the Punjabi Bagh traffic training park. "Traffic officers, despite their busy schedules, were part of the rally," said Satyaveer Katara, additional CP (Traffic). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "We have already distributed thousands of flags under the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and we intend to continue." For many, it was a rare moment of camaraderie. "Usually, our work involves road safety awareness in schools and colleges, and running the mobile exhibition van on the dangers of unsafe driving," said sub-inspector Kulwinder Sharma. "But my children were excited about the rally, and even my neighbours knew about it. Everyone was recording us on their phones as we rode past. It felt special, like we were part of something big. " Head constable Subhash echoed the sentiments, "Day to day, we're posted at different junctions, cutting challans and keeping traffic moving. Today, we rode together for a cause. Carrying the Tricolour made us proud."
New Indian Express
22-04-2025
- New Indian Express
L-G VK Saxena presents medals, cash prizes to traffic volunteers
NEW DELHI : Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Monday presented medals and cash prizes worth Rs 6 lakh to Traffic Prahari volunteers who earned the highest reward points between September 2024 and February 2025 for reporting traffic violations, an official statement said. He also felicitated five Delhi Traffic Police officials with trophies for their dedication and exemplary service. Among them were DCP Traffic Headquarters Shashank Jaiswal, who saved a road crash victim by administering timely CPR, and Head Constable Satish Kumari, who assisted an injured person with prompt medical aid. Addressing the volunteers, Saxena said, 'I am proud to felicitate these champions of Delhi who went beyond their daily routines to make the city safer. Their selfless efforts have helped promote discipline and road safety.' He urged volunteers to continue leading by example and advised the Delhi Traffic Police to expand the app's capabilities to cover more serious violations. The Traffic Prahari Scheme, revamped in September 2024, encourages citizens to report traffic violations via a mobile app. A monthly reward system awards the top four contributors. Special CP (Traffic) Ajay Chaudhry noted that the app has over two lakh users.
