Expedite redress of complaints: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar

Chandigarh, February 5

Haryana Police Complaint Authority convened a national conference today with an aim to standardise operations of police complaint authorities across states, and facilitate in-depth discussions on various issues.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar emphasised on the need for enhancing efficacy of these authorities, ensuring swift resolution of complaints, and fostering improved coordination among law enforcement agencies.

Khattar said our goal was to pursue a fair path in addressing public grievances. He said upon assuming office, there were complaints regarding non-registration of FIRs. In response, he said, directives were issued to ensure that FIRs should be registered for every individual visiting police station. Furthermore, to alleviate concerns regarding police jurisdiction, instructions were issued to implement Zero FIR registration.

Regarding police reforms, the chief minister highlighted the establishment of Haryana State Enforcement Bureau to strengthen law enforcement capabilities, particularly in addressing financial irregularities such as tax evasion, electricity theft, mining theft and illegal canal water usage.

He said State Police Complaint Authority was established to address grievances related to police misconduct. Approximately 2,000 complaints have been lodged with the Authority.