The trained men on horses who prevent thefts and crimes in the city belong to the Mounted Branch, which is a part of the city police. These men have an edge over others in controlling crimes with the help of the horses. “As the men are seated high on the horses they can easily spot a miscreant in a crowd,” says Balasubramanium, Deputy Commissioner, Mounted Branch.
Training
Horses which are just three to four years old are purchased from Saharanpur, UP, and brought here to be trained by qualified personnel. Soon after their arrival they are saddled and once they get accustomed to the training and the surroundings, they are taught to walk, trot and run. “This usually takes a month and slowly they are trained for word of command, such as walk, trot, canter, etc.,” says the DC.
Originally written for The Hindu, read more at https://www.thehindu.com/features/downtown/vigilance-with-horse-power/article3417729.ece