Gurugram, Nov. 7 -- Deputy commissioners of police (DCPs) in Gurugram will now conduct foot patrols at least once a month, assistant commissioners (ACPs) twice a month and station house officers (SHOs) once a week as part of a new initiative to increase police visibility and build public confidence, officials said on Friday.

Introduced by Gurugram police commissioner Sibash Kabiraj, the initiative will cover crowded markets, public places and other areas across the city.

Under the new arrangement, DCPs of the four police zones - East, West, South and Manesar - will lead foot patrols with armed personnel at least once a month, covering a different area each time. At least 13 field ACPs will conduct similar patrols twice a month, while SH...