67th Police Constable Batch of ANP once again at Social Service

Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept 25: The 67th Police Constable Batch of the Andaman and Nicobar Police donated a substantial amount of Rs.57,000/- (Fifty-Seven Thousand Rupees Only) towards the treatment of a woman who was involved in a tragic accident at VIP Road near Police Line area, where she lost her elder daughter and her infant in the womb. Her treatment is currently underway at G.B. Pant Hospital in Sri Vijaya Puram, and she will be going to Chennai for further care. After speaking with her family members, they expressed, "You have come as divine beings and helped our family; God may bless you all."

Whenever anyone is in trouble, this police batch is always ready to lend a helping hand. “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough” - they says.

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