Delhi police spent ₹43.51 crore on VVIP vehicles from 2021 to 2025, RTI reveals

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.

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Starting January 1, 2026, former prime ministers and interior ministers will no longer receive lifetime vehicles with drivers, secretariats, or police protection. This measure, signed by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, limits these benefits to a restricted period amid budget constraints. Exceptions remain for security reasons.

The Delhi government has drawn up a comprehensive plan for a 24x7 CCTV surveillance system costing around Rs 646 crore to eradicate dark spots and ensure women's safety. Currently, over 2.5 lakh CCTV cameras are installed and maintained by the Public Works Department. The BJP government plans to add 50,000 more cameras.

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Delhi's chief secretary has expressed concern over the slow pace of fund utilization under the 2025-26 revised estimates. He has directed major departments like health, public works, and transport to accelerate spending and ensure 100% utilization. An adverse view will be taken if targets are not met.

The Delhi government has barred vehicles without a valid pollution under control (PUC) certificate from buying petrol and diesel at fuel stations starting December 18 to curb air pollution. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced this on Tuesday, as the city's air quality index stood at 329 in the 'very poor' category on Wednesday morning. The measure aims to control vehicular emissions, including restrictions on non-BS-VI compliant vehicles from outside Delhi.

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As 2025 concludes, two opinion pieces in The Indian Express present contrasting evaluations of the Modi government's 12th year, highlighting achievements in reforms alongside concerns over accountability and security lapses.

Following the December 18 launch of 'No PUC, No Fuel' and entry bans for non-BS-VI vehicles, Delhi Traffic Police inspected 2,768 vehicles at borders, turning back 460 non-compliant ones and issuing 289 challans amid air pollution fight. Limited checks at Badarpur allowed some entries unchecked.

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In an exclusive interview, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta outlined her government's plans to enhance air quality, improve transportation, and clean the Yamuna river. She also countered opposition allegations on past corruption. Gupta emphasized relentless efforts to meet public expectations.

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