Daijiworld Media Network - Bengaluru (RJP)
Bengaluru, Mar 25: “We do not have any plans to set up anti-Romeo squads on the lines of those in Uttar Pradesh,” said state home minister Dr G Parameshwara on Friday, March 24 here.
He was speaking to reporters during his visit to the all women’s police station at Shivajinagar.
“There is no need for anti-Romeo squads in the state. Our police are capable of dealing with those committing crimes against women. We will set up stronger squad than anti-Romeo squads if crimes against women and eve-teasing cases go up,” he added.
“Women police personnel will start patrolling soon in Bengaluru city to ensure safety of women and children. The government has taken steps to strengthen 35 women police stations across the state.” he concluded.