Barabanki News: Barabanki police did something like this, smile on the faces of the nursing home's faces, know the whole story

Last Updated: October 19, 2025, 00:13 IST Unique initiative of police: Police has taken a commendable humanitarian step in Barabanki district of UP. Under the Mission Shakti campaign, the elderly living in the nursing homes of the district were taken on a tour of the famous Deva fair. The aim of this initiative, taken at the behest of Superintendent of Police Arpit Vijayvargiya, was to bring moments of happiness and intimacy in the lives of the elderly, who due to their circumstances could not participate in such events for a long time. Barabanki. UP’s Barabanki Police, showing sensitivity towards the society, arranged a special trip to Deva Mela for the elderly of the nursing home. On the instructions of Superintendent of Police Arpit Vijayvargiya, a special bus was arranged in which 40 elderly women and 25 elderly men were taken on a tour of the fair. These elders, who reached the historic fair of Dewa Sharif, enjoyed the splendor and cultural programs of the fair after years. This initiative has been taken under the ‘Mission Shakti’ campaign, which aims to empower the weaker sections of the society, especially women and senior citizens, and spread awareness. The police team not only respectfully toured the elders during the fair but also gave them useful information related to the Mission Shakti campaign. During this, the officials took information about their health and needs and also listened to their problems. The faces of the elders blossomed with happiness. As soon as they reached the Dewa Sharif fair, smiles returned to the faces of the elders. Many elders said that it was an emotional moment for them because they were able to participate in a big event after years. While enjoying the colorful cultural programs and swings organized in the fair, he remembered his old days. The police officers spent time with them, treated them with respect and made their pleasant experience even more special. Police officers played the role of guardians. Vikas Chandra Tripathi, Additional Superintendent of Police, said that under the mission Shakti Abhiyan, the police team has taken this effort so that the elderly living in nursing homes feel connected with the society and inject new energy into them. He said that “Older people are the heritage of the society, it is the human responsibility of the police to bring smile on their faces. The aim of this initiative is not only to entertain them but also to remove their loneliness.” Local people appreciated the initiative. People and fans present at the Deva fair appreciated this step of the Barabanki police. People said that this initiative highlights the sensitive and humane image of the police in the society. While the image of police is generally seen as limited to law and order, Barabanki Police has shown that it is also committed to the happiness and dignity of the weaker sections of society. Click here to add News18 as your favorite news source on Google. Location: Bara Banki, Uttar Pradesh First published: 18 October 2025, 23:26 IST homeuttar-pradesh Police did something like this, smiles returned on the faces of the elders of the nursing home.