Police Museum in Dumas street in Pondicherry is one of a kind of Police Museum in India. It showcases the different uniforms and arms used by Pondicherry Police across the century. A nice place to spend some time here.
Location: It is in the Dumas Street in the White Town area of the city. Easy to locate and anyone can help you to reach here.
Timings: It is open from 10-1 in mornings and 2-6 in the evenings. And the entry is free.
Display: Inside it there are uniforms worn by policemen across generations are displayed. Also caps and arms used during this period.
Overall a small one room place which displays the history and uniform of the Pondicherry. Can be visited in quick time being really small. Do include it in...
Read moreThe Police Museum in Pondicherry is a well-maintained historic spot that’s definitely worth a visit. Kudos to the authorities for preserving it so neatly! Located in the White Town area, just a short walk from the beach, it’s in an ideal location for tourists exploring the French Quarter.
The entry is free, which is a great initiative to encourage more visitors. The exhibits are interesting, showcasing the evolution of the police force and its equipment over the years.
One small suggestion to the authorities would be to include detailed historical descriptions or context about the events and...
Read moreFree museum, one room, three cabinets and a wardrobe. The cabinets have got early and more recent guns that are no longer used, some gas canisters, rifles and bayonets. The wardrobe has Indo-French police hat-wear and a uniform. The guy running the show it very friendly and happy to answer questions. I wouldn’t go out of my way, if you’re passing by or done everything else. See photos for what you’re missing. Entrance is not mobility friendly. Enter via women’s police assistance section and go up the stairwell, it’s...
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