Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal inaugurated the revamped Police Booth at Khan Market, New Delhi, at a special ceremony on Tuesday.

A joint effort of Delhi Police and NDMC, the modern hi-tech booth has been designed in such a way that it will remain visible in the centre of the popular market, making it easily accessible to the public.

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The transparent booth will be equipped with various on-line services of Delhi Police and other assistance at one point, without having to visit the Police station for their grievances or needs, the Delhi Police said in a statement.

“The kiosk is to be provided with internet connectivity for online registration of FIRs regarding thefts, vehicle thefts, lost mobile/articles etc., besides several other services delivery performas i.e. tenant and servant verification forms etc.,” the statement read.

The police booth has been in existence for the last three decades. Since Khan Market is an iconic market place, which receives a great footfall of foreign dignitaries and VIPs, the booth has been given facelift with the online facilities, to increase police outreach.

The operational part of the kiosk will be looked after by Delhi Police, with round-the-clock presence of police officials.  A Lady Public Facilitation Officer will be there to guide and facilitate the public during day time. The NDMC will help in the maintenance of the booth.

The Public Facilitation Officer will help in addressing the grievances of the visitors and in guiding them further. Visitors will also find brochures on various online and offline services being provided by Delhi Police.

On the occasion, Asmita Theatre Group performed a Nukkad Natak on the theme of vulnerability of the women with a message that they should raise their voice and expose their tormentors.

Speaking on the occasion, Baijal appreciated the joint efforts of NDMC and Delhi Police for giving facelift and providing public oriented facilities at the newly inaugurated police booth.

The Delhi Police statement said that the booth will enhance accessibility and hassle-free redressal of police related grievances, besides strengthening police-public interface. It is a perfect example of synergy of police working with civic agency, for betterment of society at large. Such type of booths will be replicated in other districts of Delhi.

MP Meenakashi Lekhi, Commissioner of Police Amulya Patnaik, and NDMC Chairman Naresh Kumar also graced the occasion.

Spl.CsP, Jt.CsP, Secy. NDMC and other senior police officers, officers of the NDMC and representatives of Khan Market Association, were also present.