Gujarat woman constable wins hearts for caring for an infant during exam

The mother was taking the high court peon recruitment exam

Moments before the exam began, the baby started crying

Updated: Jul 11th, 2023

Image: IANS

A woman constable in Gujarat received widespread praise on social media for her heartwarming act of taking care of an infant while the mother was writing the high court's peon recruitment examination in Ahmedabad’s Odhav.

The Ahmedabad Police shared pictures on their official Twitter account, showcasing constable Daya holding and playing with the six-month-old baby on Sunday. 

On Monday, state home minister Harsh Sanghavi took to social media to praise her and encourage her kind gesture. 

A candidate appeared for the exam with a six-month-old

According to the Ahmedabad Police's Twitter post, a female candidate arrived at the Odhav examination centre with her six-month-old son to appear for the peon recruitment exam. 

However, just moments before the exam was about to begin, the baby started crying. 

Thankfully, constable Daya stepped forward and offered to care for the baby, allowing the mother to focus on her exam without any disruption. 

Social media loved the gesture

The Ahmedabad Police's post quickly went viral on social media, with many users commending the constable for her compassionate gesture.

The heartwarming incident resonated with many, who lauded the constable's selflessness and dedication to helping others.

(Source: IANS)

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