Delhi Police's Greater Kailash-I station has been honoured with the 'Cleanest Police Station Award' for its work in cleanliness, discipline and public service. The award was presented personally by Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu at a function recognising the department's ongoing efforts around hygiene and citizen service, and it is being seen as a significant achievement for the force.
Other stations and residential colonies also recognised
Greater Kailash-I was not the only one in the spotlight. At the same event, Laxmi Nagar police station was also honoured for cleanliness. Residential colonies at Dwarka, Punjabi Bagh and the police headquarters were appreciated as well, for maintaining civic amenities and upkeep. The Lieutenant Governor said Delhi Police is continuously strengthening public trust, and that such recognitions are an important step in that direction.
LG calls for tech driven, citizen focused policing
In his address, Taranjit Singh Sandhu urged Delhi Police to adopt technology driven and citizen centric approaches. He said the force should evolve into a professional, sensitive and quick response institution that aligns with the vision of a developed India. He stated plainly that the security of the national capital is Delhi Police's biggest responsibility, and that the safety of women and children must be its highest priority within that. Addressing young police officers directly, he stressed the need to build better communication with citizens and strengthen their trust.
Commissioner shares data on falling crime
Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha, speaking at the same event, said serious crimes have fallen by 8 percent compared to the previous year. Cases registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita have also dropped by 12 percent. He noted that with more complaints being filed online, vehicle theft cases have declined by 21 percent and other theft cases by 15 percent, marking the lowest levels in the past 10 years. Crimes against women fell by roughly 17 percent, while investigations were completed and chargesheets filed in 98 percent of cases. Timely action was also reported in POCSO and other sensitive cases.
Tribute to martyred Constable Vikram, several officers honoured
The event also had an emotional moment when Constable Vikram, who died on duty at the Shalimar Bagh flyover, was posthumously given the 'Ahat Veer Samman Patra'. The honour was received by his wife, Anita Singh. Nine police personnel injured while on duty were also felicitated, and 27 officers were awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service. This annual parade is held in Delhi to mark the Commissionerate System, which came into effect on 1 July 1978. It was started in 2022 during the police force's Platinum Jubilee year and has since been held every year on 1 July.
