UP woman cop helps foreign tourist fix her saree during visit to Taj Mahal
A woman constable at the Taj Mahal helped an Argentine tourist adjust her saree during a visit on Tuesday. The gesture drew praise online and highlighted the police's effort to make tourists feel welcome.
A simple act of kindness by a woman police constable at Agra’s Taj Mahal has won appreciation online after she stepped in to help a foreign tourist struggling to manage her saree.
The incident took place at the western gate of the Taj Mahal, where a group of tourists from Argentina had arrived early on Tuesday morning. Among them was a woman who had chosen to wear a traditional Indian saree during her visit.
However, unfamiliar with the garment, she found it difficult to manage and appeared visibly uncomfortable.
Noticing her predicament, Guddi Devi, a woman constable posted with the Taj Security Police's Quick Response Team, immediately walked over to assist her. She carefully adjusted the saree, helping the tourist feel comfortable before she continued her visit to the monument.
The gesture was met with gratitude from the visitor, who smiled, thanked the officer by saying, "Thanks, UP Police," and posed for a photograph with her.
The incident was shared by Uttar Pradesh Police, drawing attention to the force's efforts to assist domestic and international tourists visiting one of India's most iconic monuments.
According to officials, the Taj Security Police work under the guidance of Assistant Commissioner of Police (Taj Security) Yatendra Singh Nagar and Station House Officer Tilak Ram Bhati. They said officers are encouraged to uphold the spirit of "Atithi Devo Bhava" (The Guest Is God) and "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (The World Is One Family) while assisting visitors from across the globe.
Police said ensuring a safe, welcoming and pleasant experience for tourists remains one of their key priorities. Along with maintaining security at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, officers are also expected to extend help whenever visitors require assistance.
The incident has since attracted attention on social media, with many users praising the constable's thoughtful gesture. Several called it an example of compassionate policing, while others said such small acts leave a lasting impression on visitors and help showcase India's hospitality.
Many also appreciated the tourist's decision to embrace Indian attire during her visit and her heartfelt "Thanks, UP Police" after receiving help.
(With inputs from Nitin Updhayay)
A simple act of kindness by a woman police constable at Agra’s Taj Mahal has won appreciation online after she stepped in to help a foreign tourist struggling to manage her saree.
The incident took place at the western gate of the Taj Mahal, where a group of tourists from Argentina had arrived early on Tuesday morning. Among them was a woman who had chosen to wear a traditional Indian saree during her visit.
However, unfamiliar with the garment, she found it difficult to manage and appeared visibly uncomfortable.
Noticing her predicament, Guddi Devi, a woman constable posted with the Taj Security Police's Quick Response Team, immediately walked over to assist her. She carefully adjusted the saree, helping the tourist feel comfortable before she continued her visit to the monument.
The gesture was met with gratitude from the visitor, who smiled, thanked the officer by saying, "Thanks, UP Police," and posed for a photograph with her.
The incident was shared by Uttar Pradesh Police, drawing attention to the force's efforts to assist domestic and international tourists visiting one of India's most iconic monuments.
According to officials, the Taj Security Police work under the guidance of Assistant Commissioner of Police (Taj Security) Yatendra Singh Nagar and Station House Officer Tilak Ram Bhati. They said officers are encouraged to uphold the spirit of "Atithi Devo Bhava" (The Guest Is God) and "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (The World Is One Family) while assisting visitors from across the globe.
Police said ensuring a safe, welcoming and pleasant experience for tourists remains one of their key priorities. Along with maintaining security at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, officers are also expected to extend help whenever visitors require assistance.
The incident has since attracted attention on social media, with many users praising the constable's thoughtful gesture. Several called it an example of compassionate policing, while others said such small acts leave a lasting impression on visitors and help showcase India's hospitality.
Many also appreciated the tourist's decision to embrace Indian attire during her visit and her heartfelt "Thanks, UP Police" after receiving help.
(With inputs from Nitin Updhayay)
