Delhi police withdraws 'teach him how to chop an onion' ad

August 01, 2013 13:49

The Delhi Police has sparked a controversy after an advertisement, which was meant to be a message to keep street children away from criminal activists was slammed all over. The Delhi Police has now withdrawn the ad, following opposition by child activists over its content and presentation.

Recalling the advertisement, the Delhi Police has issued a statement saying, "The advertisement was given with good intention. We through our Yuva scheme give vocational training (especially in hotel management) to a number of street children. We regret if this ad has hurt the people's sentiments."

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