New Delhi: Delhi Police has stepped up its efforts to improve the safety of women and children in public spaces by involving private security personnel in its community policing initiatives. Under the Prahari Scheme, the East District Police organised an awareness programme to train private security guards deployed in parks to remain alert, identify suspicious activities and respond promptly to emergencies.
The programme was organised by the Community Policing Cell in coordination with Pandav Nagar Police Station under the leadership of Additional DCP-I, East District, Srishti Pandey. Private security guards working in various parks across the district participated in the initiative.
During the session, police officials highlighted the important role security guards can play in preventing incidents and ensuring a safer environment for women and children visiting public places.
What Responsibilities Were Assigned to Security Guards?
The guards were sensitised to identifying suspicious individuals and activities, preventing incidents of harassment and responding appropriately to emergency situations.
They were instructed not to ignore any unusual activity in parks and to immediately inform the police whenever they notice a potential threat or require assistance.
Officials also emphasised that preventing crime and ensuring public safety are not limited to uniformed personnel but represent a broader social responsibility. Active involvement of private security guards, combined with effective coordination with the police, can help make public spaces safer.
Police-Community Coordination Takes Centre Stage
The programme also highlighted the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the public. Officials encouraged security guards to remain vigilant, behave responsibly and respond sensitively to complaints or emergency situations.
Several police officials attended the programme, including ACP/CAW Cell, ACP/Mayur Vihar, SHO of Pandav Nagar Police Station, Bravo team personnel, other police staff and the East District etiquette team.
Through the initiative, Delhi Police reiterated that protecting women and children is a collective responsibility of society. The Prahari Scheme aims to strengthen public participation, improve coordination with security personnel and build greater trust between the police and local communities.
