Punjab DGP flags off 14 PCR vans to boost safety in Ludhiana

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], October 23 (ANI): In a significant step towards improving public safety in Ludhiana, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Wednesday flagged off 14 new vehicles for the Police Control Room (PCR) funded through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav said that the expansion brings the total PCR fleet to 71, aiming to strengthen the law and order control in the region.
"With the addition of these new 14 vehicles, the total strength of the PCR fleet increased to 71," he said.
During his visit, DGP Yadav engaged in a tete-a-tete with local industrialists to discuss concerns regarding law and order.
"Ludhiana is an industrial hub, and we are committed to making it the safest city in Punjab," he stated.
Businessmen SC Ralhan and Neeraj Satija praised the DGP Punjab's initiative in organising public gatherings and carrying out surprise inspections at police stations and Nakas to learn about the situation at ground level. They also commended the Ludhiana Commissionerate Police for the obvious improvement in the state of peace and order and the officers' easy availability to the general people. Industrialists gave the police a lot of support throughout the conference.
The DGP also assured industrialists to enhance CCTV surveillance across the city, especially in Industrial Focal Points. On cyber frauds, he asked the industrialists to use the 'Golden Hour' to immediately report at the '1930 Cyber Helpline' number, which will help quickly freeze/lien marking funds moved out of victims' accounts by cyber fraudsters.
Additionally, DGP Yadav visited the DAV Police Public School, inspiring students to focus on their studies and underscoring the critical role of youth in community engagement. He shared insights on preparing for competitive exams like UPSC and wished the students success in their upcoming board exams.
During his visit, he also stopped at the Kohara Naka point for inspection and review of its working. He also engaged with police officers at the cutting-edge level, reviewing the working of special checkpoints and encouraging them to maintain high standards of professionalism. (ANI)