Chinchwad, December 30, 2023 – In an innovative move to foster direct communication with the citizens of Pimpri-Chinchwad, Police Commissioner Vinay Kumar Choubey initiated an interactive session on Twitter, focusing on addressing queries related to cybercrime and traffic issues. Held on Friday, December 29th, the session witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 350 citizens, demonstrating a keen interest in raising concerns and seeking solutions.
The one-hour session, conducted from 4 pm to 5 pm, saw over 125 tweets centered around questions regarding cybercrime and traffic problems. Notable concerns included the growing use of mobile phones by children and the associated risks of fraud. Parents expressed worries, seeking guidance on protecting their children from online threats.
Acknowledging the Pimpri-Chinchwad police’s efforts in creating awareness about cybercrime by visiting intermediate schools, citizens shared their experiences with online fraud and sought advice on securely handling online tasks.
In response, the police stressed the importance of citizens avoiding falling prey to online scams and encouraged open communication with children about online safety. The police also advised citizens to stay informed about cybercrime and become cyber-smart. In a lighthearted moment, Commissioner Choubey used a quote from Shakespeare’s “What’s in a name?” to emphasize a point.
Traffic issues in the city, particularly in the Wakad and Hinjawadi areas, were also significant concerns raised by citizens. Complaints about insufficient traffic regulation despite reporting to the traffic police and demands for action against wrong-way drivers were among the queries. The Commissioner of Police appealed to citizens to adhere to traffic rules and cooperate with the police.
Acknowledging that some questions remained unanswered, Commissioner Choubey assured citizens that those questions would be addressed in the next session.
