Get a closer look at the police through this exhibition
What happens when you dial 100? Who receives the call, who gets informed and how much time does it take to respond to the caller? You can learn about the behind-the-scenes story at the ongoing exhibition by Delhi Police at India Gate.
The exhibition was inaugurated on Saturday, which marked the force’s 72nd Raising Day. Talking about the aim behind this exhibition, Delhi police commissioner Amulya Patnaik says, “We have been doing a lot of activities in public interest. There are many initiatives through which we have reached the community. Through this exhibition, we wanted our efforts to be showcased at one place to make people aware of these programmes. They should know how we function so that they can see the positive side of the police.”
It showcases many littleknown aspects of the police, such as the history and heritage of Delhi Police, Delhi Police Railway, Tourist Police, steps taken to trace missing children and the like. There are also audio-visual representations on sensitive issues such as terrorism, cyber safety, gender sensitivity and road safety.
“Not just can we see the weapons they use, we can also ask questions. There are police personnel at every stall to answer our queries. I love the Glock-17 pistol. At one stall they displayed all guns and I enquired about them. To my surprise, the cops replied happily,” says Ojas Gupta, a Class XI student who visited the exhibition with his family.
“Since I love music, I thought there would not be anything interesting for me at the exhibition but my sister wanted me to join her. There, the display of the police band had me hooked,” says Naksh Sharma, a college student.
Visitors can also take a stroll of the model police station set up at the venue to get the feel of a working station. “This is the first time that we are holding a threeday-exhibition. There are special items and events for children that would not only create a positive image of Delhi Police but also motivate them to join the service and serve the nation,” adds Patnaik.