Now, “cooling helmets” for Traffic Police to beat heat wave in Odisha Capital

Bhubaneswar: Amid the searing heat wave across Odisha, Commissionerate Police has come up with a new initiative to bring some respite to the Traffic personnel in the State Capital.

Taking a cue from Gujarat Police, the Commisionerate Police has introduced cooling helmets for traffic personnel who have to stand for long hours under the scorching sun. The helmets are battery-operated and once charged, will last for nearly eight hours. The head gear will circulate cool air to combat the searing heat and humidity outside and make it easier for the Traffic police to carry on with their duties without facing the cruel onslaught of the rising mercury.

Handed over in batches on experimental basis, the Commissionerate Police said the move will ensure adequate protection from the heat wave and help the Traffic Police perform their duties without the physical discomfort of standing for long hours amid the unrelenting heat.

Commissioner Sanjeeb Panda, DCP Traffic PK Rout and ACP Sarat Kumar Sahu were present during the launch of the helmets.

The cooling helmets were first used by the Vadodara Traffic Division of Gujarat Police.