Panchkula, June 20 -- The city police introduced mounted patrols with two horses alongside its regular vehicle-based and foot patrolling to strengthen law and order.

According to senior police officers, the initiative is aimed at enhancing police visibility and improving access to areas where conventional vehicles face limitations.

DCP Panchkula Srishti Gupta said the initiative could help reduce fuel consumption, promote environmental sustainability and strengthen the sense of security among residents. She added that the mounted patrol system has been launched on a trial basis and will be evaluated before any decision is taken to expand the fleet in the future.

As part of the pilot project, a team from the Sector 21 police post conduc...