On the latest episode of Wheel of Fortune, host Akshay Kumar briefly set aside the format of the game to speak about the strain under which India’s police force operates, drawing attention of the masses to a reality that is never acknowledged in everyday public life.

Akshay Kumar lauds the police officers

Speaking directly to contestants and viewers, Akshay said, “The job of a police officer is a very thankless job. The number of police officers in India is not much. According to my research, There is only one police officer for every 830 people. So you can imagine how much work these people have to do. When we celebrate Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi, when we celebrate so many festivals, we have a holiday, be it Republic Day or Independence Day, they have to make arrangements for us. The family wants them to come home, but they have to work. So next time, whenever you see a police officer, an army officer, or any person who is wearing a uniform, do salute them.”