New Delhi:
In a great relief for traffic police personnel, scorching Delhi Heat, Delhi Traffic Police is planning to equip them with fans of caller and air -conditioned helmets.
The initiative comes after a ‘Sampark Sabha’ session, where the workers have shared their complaints with DCP (New Delhi Range) Rajiv Kumar, who have now issued directions to address these concerns.
According to police officials, several measures, including the provision of caller fans and AC helmets – are being prepared to reduce the inconvenience faced by personnel during the extreme season.
Tin shed to provide rain cover
During the same conversation, the authorities also raised electrical shocks on traffic signals during the rain and the difficulty of standing in the rain.
In response, the DCP has directed the officials to coordinate with the departments concerned to install tin sheds at traffic intersections to offer shelter from rain and reduce such hazards.
Cooling gear for summer
The DCP emphasized the need for an active plan to help the traffic police deal with the intense heat. Whether it is fan of caller or helmet cooling, units have been directed to present all the related requirements well to ensure timely arrangement.
Officials confirmed that scientific evaluation was considered before finalizing the decision to provide cooling helmets, given that while most of the body is covered in uniforms, the head is exposed and therefore more unsafe for heatstroke. The purpose of a cooling helmet is to reduce that risk and improve the condition of working.
Malignant accidents
At the gathering, the DCP directed police personnel to take steps to reduce twenty percent of fatal accidents compared to last year.
To prevent such incidents, employees have been given well information about fatal accidents and have been instructed to implement interventions like establishment of Rumble strips, road marking/signage, signal, etc.
They have also been asked to match these measures with civil agencies.
Police data shows a decrease in fatal accidents in the national capital. From January to March 2024, 395 deadly accidents occurred, resulting in 401 deaths.
During the same period in 2025, 348 fatal accidents were reported, in which 357 people lost their lives.
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