In just two weeks, Mumbai has seen three cases where members of the police force have been attacked on duty. The incidents put the spotlight on such rising attacks in Mumbai and has got officers, politicians and experts concerned. Psychologists and sociologist feel it is the degrading of values among the youth and them losing respect for the uniform. Sociologist Nandini Sardesai said it is a “sorry state of affairs as police officials are being denied use of their lathis for self-defence”. If they aren’t safe, how can the society be safe?,” Singh told HT.

Source: Hindustan Times September 07, 2016 19:07 UTC