DGP warns officers of strict action in case of negligence

While chairing a meeting with senior officers, state Director General of Police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur today said that no compromise with law and order would be tolerated and strict action would be taken against officials or personnel found negligent in their duties.

The meeting, attended by senior police officers across the state, including SPs/IGPs, via a video conference, saw discussion on strategies to maintain law and order effectively. Stressing accountability, the DGP urged officers to enhance police visibility in the field and regularly question suspicious individuals. He called for task-based assignments for personnel, with daily reporting to ensure better supervision and improved police operations.

DGP Kapur reiterated that negligence at any level would invite strict action. He instructed officers to hold field staff accountable for incidents occurring in their jurisdiction, particularly focusing on routes used by criminals before and after committing crimes. He emphasised the need to monitor and interrogate suspicious individuals in the field vigilantly.

To enhance district-level operations, the DGP directed SPs to organise regular training sessions on new criminal laws and weapon handling. Refresher courses for SWAT teams were also advised, along reviews to ensure their effectiveness. Additionally, he recommended regular meetings with representatives from jeweller associations, banks, petrol pumps and trade organisations to share precautionary measures and improve coordination with the police.

Kapur highlighted the importance of high-quality CCTV cameras installed across districts. He urged officers to ensure that the cameras are operational and conduct regular checks to maintain their functionality.

The DGP announced a significant increase in the manpower of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), i.e. the doubling of the staff strength to expedite the processing of samples. He said that district-level forensic labs are being established to serve as single points for sample collection and analysis. Officers were directed to ensure these labs are well-equipped and robust to handle local requirements efficiently.