Sankalp Scheme

• In Madhya Pradesh, along with strict implementation of the lockdown, the humanitarian face of the police is also being praised by one and all.

• After connecting the children towards creative activities, now the police in Umaria district are becoming the support of the elders.

• The Umaria police have launched a Sankalp Scheme to provide 24-hour help to the elderly.

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• Under the Sankalp Scheme, Superintendent of Police has instructed all police officers to identify and help one or two elderly families who are living alone and are worried about their everyday needs during the lockdown.

• Under the Sankalp Scheme, authorities are trying to connect police personnel along with every elderly member of the family.

• The police got the inspiration for the Sankalp Scheme from an elderly woman, who was worried for her medicines. The elders are also happy with this innovative effort of the police.

• The Sankalp Scheme is indeed a commendable effort and can become exemplary for many districts.