The Delhi Police Commissioner, S N Shrivastava on Tuesday met police personnel who were injured during the violence on Republic day in the National Capital.
The CP along with Sanjay Singh, the Special CP, Western zone and Shalini Singh, the Joint CP, Western range visited Pitampura on Tuesday. As many as 144 personnel of the western range were injured, some of them critically, during violence in farmers’ Tractor Rally. In total, 510 police personnel were injured during the incident. The CP appreciated the professional and mature handling of the staff for exercising utmost restraint in the face of violent behavior while persuading the farmers to follow the designated routes.
“They remained firm, yet polite while performing their duty in such hostile situation. The staff took appropriate action understanding the gravity of the situation, in overall interest of people of Delhi and the dignity of the force,” said the CP.
The CP also lauded the personnel of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for performing duty efficiently along with Delhi Police. He motivated the staff and encouraged them to be prepared whole heartedly for tougher duties in coming days. The CP stressed upon practicing of Riot Control Drills and giving due consideration to personal safety, while facing any demonstration.
“Though some financial assistance has been extended for injured from PFWS funds, it would not compensate their injuries and pain,” he said. The CP also directed the district heads to stay in constant touch with the injured personnel and wished them speedy recovery.
Inspector, Baljeet Singh, Station House Officer (SHO) of Mohan Garden police station and Head Constable (HC) Jagbir posted on Vajra Vahan were injured seriously.
SHO, Baljeet was deputed at Ghasipura picket when the violent mob attacked him at around 2.00 PM. Police said that he held ground for around one and half hour and fractured both his hands while controlling the crowd.
HC Jagbir was stuck inside the Vajra vahan which was attacked from all sides. He was thrashed all over with lathis and suffered spinal injuries.