Summary:
General classes on safety issues and talks on self-defence had been organised during special meetings of residents’ associations. more-inThripunithura residents in association with the Hill Palace police station are strengthening the security and safety cover by enhancing patrolling and also empowering people with self-defence techniques. Being part of special squads that will help the police ensure better patrolling is a voluntary exercise. Shebab told The Hindu that the members of the women’s cell in Thripunithura were trained in self-defence techniques, and a few classes would soon be arranged for women. A few cases of violent break-ins at houses and thefts at commercial establishments and temples in various parts of the district have led residents to take a keen interest in safety measures rather than leaving everything to the police..