India, Feb. 8 -- The Pune city police have received an overwhelming response to their ongoing recruitment drive, with over 1.85 lakh applications submitted for 1,633 posts, officials said on Saturday.

The recruitment process, which begins on February 16, covers posts of police constables, drivers, police bandsmen, and 130 jail police personnel. Of the total vacancies, 1,633 posts are for Pune city police, including 105 driver posts and 33 police bandsmen positions.

Police officials said the selection process will be conducted transparently and fairly, using digital technology, radio frequency identification systems, and CCTV surveillance to prevent any malpractice.

Sanjay Patil, additional police commissioner (administration), said, "T...