By Sunil Sonker Mussoorie, 7 Dec: The Mussoorie Kotwali police have once again set an example of sensitivity towards the safety of senior citizens. Giving top priority to the safety and well-being of elderly people living alone, the police today launched a special awareness campaign. During this campaign, the police team visited various areas and met with senior citizens who live alone in their homes. Under the campaign, police officers and personnel visited their homes and not only inquired about their well-being but also gathered detailed information about their daily lives, essential needs, health status, and security requirements.
During the visits, the police assured the senior citizens that the police department is always ready to serve them in any emergency. They were provided with the 112 emergency number, police station contact numbers, and the mobile numbers of the beat police officers. Considering the increasing cyber-crimes, the police team also gave several important suggestions to the elderly in simple language, including not sharing calls, links, or OTPs received from unknown numbers. They were advised to be cautious of calls/messages received in the name of banks, KYC updates, or prizes. They were also advised not to share their personal information with strangers on social media. They were instructed to immediately inform the police if they suspect any suspicious transaction or financial fraud. The police said that senior citizens are not alone; the police will provide immediate assistance in case of any need. Regular security checks and contact campaigns will also continue at their homes so that they feel safe.
The Mussoorie Kotwali police also appealed to the local citizens to regularly check on the well-being of senior citizens living in their neighborhood, especially those living alone, and to report any suspicious activity to the police without hesitation.
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