Safe City Team ASI Neelam interacts with students during a child safety awareness programme at Bal Bhawan School, Yamunanagar.
Safe City team educates students about good touch and bad touch, emergency helpline 112, cyber safety and staying alert around strangers
YAMUNANAGAR | PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK
District Police has intensified its awareness programme in educational institutions to educate children about personal safety, cyber security and emergency response. Under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal, police teams are visiting schools and other educational institutions across the district and providing students with important information related to their safety and security.
As part of this initiative, ASI Neelam of the Police Safe City Team visited Bal Bhawan School, Yamunanagar, where she interacted with students and briefed them about various measures they can adopt to protect themselves from unsafe situations.
During the awareness session, ASI Neelam explained the concepts of good touch and bad touch to the students in simple and age-appropriate language. She told the children that they should be aware of their personal boundaries and understand that no one has the right to touch them in a manner that makes them uncomfortable or unsafe.
She advised the students that if anyone attempts inappropriate behaviour or makes them feel uncomfortable, they should not remain silent or feel ashamed. Instead, they should immediately inform their parents, teachers or another trusted adult. She stressed that speaking up about uncomfortable or inappropriate behaviour is an important step towards ensuring personal safety.
The police officer also advised students to remain cautious around unknown persons and not to be influenced by strangers. Children were encouraged to seek help immediately if they find themselves in a difficult, unsafe or confusing situation rather than becoming frightened or attempting to handle the matter alone.
During the session, students were also informed about the 112 emergency helpline. ASI Neelam explained that children and members of the public can contact 112 to seek police assistance during genuine emergencies. At the same time, students were advised that emergency helpline services should be used responsibly and only when there is a genuine need or emergency situation.
The Safe City team also discussed the growing importance of cyber safety with the students. They were advised to remain careful while using mobile phones, the internet and digital platforms and not to share sensitive personal information with unknown persons. Students were encouraged to immediately inform their parents, teachers or another trusted adult if they encounter suspicious online activity or any situation that causes concern.
Police officials explained that children are increasingly exposed to both physical and digital environments, making safety awareness an important part of their education. Providing children with appropriate information at an early age can help them recognise potentially unsafe situations and respond to them more confidently.
Students were also advised to be alert about suspicious activities in and around their surroundings. Police personnel encouraged them to communicate openly with their parents and teachers and to seek assistance whenever they feel threatened, uncomfortable or confused.
The teachers at Bal Bhawan School appreciated the initiative undertaken by the district police and welcomed the efforts being made to provide students with practical safety information. They said that such awareness programmes help children understand their responsibilities and rights while also giving them greater confidence to speak about safety-related concerns.
The students also participated enthusiastically in the programme and asked questions about situations they may encounter in everyday life. The police team responded to their queries and provided guidance on appropriate safety measures.
The district police said that awareness programmes of this nature are being conducted continuously in different educational institutions across the district. The objective is not only to educate students about personal safety but also to create awareness about cyber security, emergency assistance and responsible behaviour.
Police officials emphasised that ensuring a safe environment for children requires cooperation among schools, parents, police authorities and the wider community. Regular communication and awareness can help children identify risks at an early stage and seek timely assistance.
The police appealed to parents and teachers to maintain an open and supportive environment in which children feel comfortable discussing any incident or behaviour that makes them uncomfortable. They stressed that children should never be discouraged from reporting concerns and that timely communication can help prevent serious situations.
The awareness campaign reflects the district police’s continued focus on preventive policing and community engagement. By reaching students directly inside educational institutions, the police aim to strengthen awareness among young people and equip them with basic knowledge about personal, social and digital safety.
The district police stated that similar programmes will continue in educational institutions across Yamunanagar so that students remain aware of their rights, safety measures and available emergency assistance. The initiative is intended to contribute towards creating a safer and more secure environment for children while strengthening cooperation between the police, educational institutions and the community.
