Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Women Constables Join Hyderabad's Mounted Police
Ten women constables in Hyderabad have joined the mounted police, learning to ride horses and patrol the city.
They were trained for over two months, learning how to care for and ride the horses.
These officers patrol areas like Charminar and Mecca Masjid, and even participate in Assembly sessions.
The police department is supporting them with resources like nutrition guidance and a planned crèche.
The constables expressed that the role has transformed them physically, mentally, and emotionally, and they feel more respected.
Ten women constables have joined Hyderabad's mounted police wing.
The constables underwent over two months of training in equestrian skills.
Their duties include patrolling and bandobast at various locations in Hyderabad.
The initiative was introduced by Hyderabad police commissioner C.V. Anand a year ago.
The department provides support, including nutrition guidance and plans for a crèche.
- Who
- Ten women constables.
- What
- Ten women constables have joined the mounted police wing.
- When
- Two months after training.
- Where
- Hyderabad, India.
- Why
- To expand the mounted police wing and include women in roles traditionally held by men.
Initial Skepticism
Increased Respect
Acceptance vs. Doubt
Initial Skepticism
Some family and friends were initially skeptical of the women constables' involvement in the mounted police.
Increased Respect
The women constables now feel more respected.
- Number of Constables
- 10
- Training Duration
- Over two months
- Initiated by
- C.V. Anand
- Primary Locations
- Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Necklace Road