‘Virangana on wheels’ soon, says Himachal DGP

Tribune News Service

Mandi, April 14

To check the crime against women in the state, the police department has planned ‘Virangana on wheels’ initiative in each police station. Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur will inaugurate it on Himachal Day from Mandi in the presence of DGP Sanjay Kundu.

Addressing mediapersons here today, Kundu said under ‘Virangana on wheels’ initiative, a two-wheeler would be provided in each police station for the use of women police. They could swing into action and help a victim in case of distress call.

The DGP said, “Cyber crime has become a cause for concern for the police and we are urging the state and Central governments to provide financial assistance to set up cyber police station in each district.”

He was here to review the law and order situation in Mandi district. He appreciated the efforts of the district police under the leadership of SP Shalini Agnihotri to maintain law and order in the district.

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