Delhi police's Security Wing spent ₹43.51 crore on hiring vehicles for VVIP protection between 2021 and 2025. The figure emerged in an RTI response to a query by The Hindu. The wing handles security for top officials and dignitaries.
Delhi police stated in response to an RTI query by The Hindu that its Security Wing spent ₹43.51 crore hiring vehicles to protect VVIPs from 2021 to 2025.
The Security Wing is tasked with providing security, protection, and escort services to VIPs and VVIPs. This includes the Prime Minister, who is covered by the Special Protection Group, various Chief Ministers, high-profile politicians with Z+ security, and key dignitaries visiting the capital.
The RTI reply details the expenditure by the specialised unit to ensure VVIP safety during this period. Police shared the figures for vehicle rentals over the five years.