Archive · 20 Sep 2026
Pune Police Commissioner Meets Citizens During Ganeshotsav
Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar visited a police station in Yerawada late at night.
He prayed to Lord Ganesha with the police team.
He then spoke with local residents and listened to them.
The police team was praised for helping people celebrate Dahi Handi and Eid-e-Milad peacefully without DJs.
Monica Sharma and her team gave the police a thank-you message.
They appreciated the police work related to noise pollution awareness.
Residents said speaking directly with police can build trust.
They hoped the station would keep serving people fairly and respectfully.
Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar visited Yerawada Police Station around 11 p.m. on Saturday, September 19.
Kumar offered prayers and performed aarti of Lord Ganesha at the station.
He praised the Yerawada police team for facilitating peaceful, DJ-free Dahi Handi and Eid-e-Milad celebrations.
Citizens discussed their views and concerns, while Monica Sharma’s team presented a handwritten appreciation message.
Residents welcomed the police’s citizen-oriented approach and expressed support for continued community engagement.
- Who
- Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, Yerawada police personnel, citizens, social activist Monica Sharma and her team.
- What
- Amitesh Kumar made a late-night visit, performed aarti, interacted with citizens and praised the Yerawada police team.
- When
- Around 11 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, during Ganeshotsav celebrations.
- Where
- Yerawada Police Station in Pune, with references to police work in the Kalyani Nagar area.
- Why
- To interact with residents, hear their views and recognize efforts supporting peaceful celebrations, communal harmony and noise-pollution awareness.
- Commissioner
- Amitesh Kumar
- Location
- Yerawada Police Station, Pune
- Visit time
- Around 11 p.m. on Saturday, September 19
- Celebrations recognized
- DJ-free Dahi Handi and Eid-e-Milad festivals
- Senior police official
- Senior Police Inspector Umesh Gitte
- Appreciation presented by
- Social activist Monica Sharma and her team
- Community priorities
- Public trust, service dedication and respect for the law