Mumbai police have purchased new riot gear to face stone-pelting and mob attacks. The body suits made of fibre are the second innovative purchase by the Mumbai police force in a span of one month, to tackle mob attacks. Recently they bought a bullet proof mobile cart to help them in crowd control.

The body protectors that the police currently use are quite old and heavy to wear. Personnel were uncomfortable wearing them and faced difficulties in handling rioters. Due to this, it was decided to go for lighter body protectors.