Mysore/Mysuru, March 11 -- The City Police have flagged off 'Akka Pade,' an exclusive wing formed for the safety and security of women and children in the State.

City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar flagged off the vehicle allotted for Akka Pade, at the premises of her office in Nazarbad here on Mar.9. This dedicated Police wing will be functioning in coordination with Women and Child Development Department.

The Police personnel deputed to this wing consist of one woman Head Constable or Police Constable and two women Home Guards. They shall be patrolling near schools and colleges, bus stands and other public places, to keep an eye on miscreants. The patrolling will be conducted in two shifts - from 6 am to 2 pm and from 2 pm to 8 pm. ...