Delhi Police strengthens it's mounted squad ahead of G20

New Delhi, August 24

Ahead of the G20 Summit, the Delhi Police have strengthened it's mounted squad with 15 more horses.

This will bring 30 horses to the mounted squad which plays an important role in all key events from Independence Day to Republic Day and will participate in the upcoming G20 Summit. 

The horses would be deployed in key areas, especially at spots close to forest areas, where foot patrolling is not possible and for combing operations.

The officials said that the horses have been brought from the Remount Veterinary Corps (RVC) division of the Indian Army. 

The unit had only 15 horses so far while the sanctioned strength is 95.

The officials said that there are currently more than 80 mounted police staff but several remain deployed for other law and order duties. Two personnel are assigned for every hors who take care of the horses.