We condemn the worst terror attack ever in the history of India and we commend the security forces who rescued the city. We salute the brave men who lost their lives protecting the integrity and sanity of the nation. We mourn the death of all those innocents who fell to the terror.

I want to see Navi Mumbaikars, myself included, refuse to be resilient. To channel our collective anguish into being a Navi Mumbaikar in action and not just in attitude. To do what we do best – take charge, solve problems, set the standards for what diverse, vibrant, inclusive satellite city ought to aspire to.

I believe that, WE THE PEOPLE ARE THE FIRST LINE OF DEFENCE AND ATTACK. When I mean ‘attack’ – not that equips youth, the with hatred, propaganda, fanaticism and weapon skills but one that equips that same youth, the middle aged, student, senior citizens and every woman with an awareness of what it takes to preserve one’s home and city – the community skills and ideas that make individuals realise that they are the first care-taker and good neighbour, not the security forces. It’s about time we stood up and counted ourselves as part of the response to local terrorism.

It is up to we the citizens to take up this challenge! I propose that citizens of the Sector 9A join in the ‘Neighbourhood Crime-Watch Team’, similar to what many cities have around the world. This team would be composed of residents of the sector who would be the vigilant eyes and ears of the ward and will be far better at being able to prevent this type of heinous terrorist or criminals from being able to carry out their deadly mission.

We appeal to all to Be Alert, Be Secure and Be Safe...by following simple guidelines:

Be alert on Strangers in your neighbourhood.
Be alert on Strange objects in your neighbourhood.
Be alert on Strange activity in your neighbourhood.
Be alert of Strange neighbour in your society.

We call upon you to register yourself as volunteer member of NCWT. You can register at this number 97692 46068 between 8 AM to 8 PM by Thursday 18th December 2008.

Come join the movement of change..........TOGETHER ,WE CAN.

On behalf of Voice of People Foundation Navi Mumbai

Ashish B Baldev                                                                                      
President