GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 4th June: As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) lifted their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy on Sunday night, Delhi Police joined the nationwide celebration—this time, with a twist that combined cricketing glory with road safety awareness.
Taking to social media after RCB’s thrilling six-run win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Ahmedabad, Delhi Police posted a witty reminder for young motorists: “Virat jeet ke liye patience zaroori hai!” (You need patience for a big win). The post drew a clever parallel between Virat Kohli’s 18-year wait to lift the IPL trophy and the legal age for driving—18 years.
“See, they waited for 18 years and you’re already insisting your parents let you drive or ride,” the caption read, aimed squarely at underage drivers.
The message quickly went viral, with many parents and cricket fans lauding the department’s creative approach to public engagement. “Lovely. Forwarding this to my son,” wrote one user, echoing the sentiment of thousands who found the post both humorous and impactful.
The context? RCB’s historic IPL 2025 win, where Virat Kohli—India’s No. 18 and a loyal RCB stalwart for 18 seasons—finally laid hands on the elusive trophy. The Bengaluru franchise beat PBKS in a nail-biting final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with Kohli playing a key role and Krunal Pandya delivering a match-turning spell.
For Delhi Police, the opportunity was perfect to reinforce a crucial message: patience on the road is just as important as persistence on the field. “Driving without a licence isn’t just illegal—it’s unsafe. If Kohli can wait 18 years, so can you,” a senior officer from the department said.
Known for their quirky yet hard-hitting digital campaigns, Delhi Police has increasingly turned to pop culture moments to drive home social messages—be it through Bollywood, trending memes, or cricket. Their latest post once again showcased how timely wit and serious concern can go hand in hand.
