Tripura CM Advocates for Technology-Driven Policing
Emphasizing Modern Policing Techniques
CM Saha inspects the Guard of Honour during the passing-out parade, on Thursday. (Photo:PTI)
Agartala, May 21: On Thursday, Chief Minister Manik Saha of Tripura urged law enforcement agencies to enhance their use of technology in policing. He emphasized the need for improved cyber crime investigations and modern policing methods to facilitate quicker crime resolution and justice delivery.
Speaking at the passing-out ceremony for 476 police constables at the KTD Singh Police Training Academy in West Tripura, Saha highlighted the government's ongoing efforts to modernize the Tripura Police.
“The police have diverse responsibilities, from maintaining public order to managing cyber crime. Thus, it is essential for the force to embrace technology-driven policing while upholding professionalism and integrity,” stated the Chief Minister.
Saha announced that the recruitment of 218 sub-inspectors for the Tripura Police will commence soon. Additionally, he mentioned that the state has approved the hiring of 916 more police constables, with recruitment processes expected to begin shortly.
Reflecting on previous recruitment efforts, he noted that 975 appointment letters were issued to constable candidates on May 13 last year, with 476 of them now having completed their training at the academy.
The Chief Minister also pointed out the increasing involvement of women in the police force, revealing that 318 of the newly trained constables are female. “This is a positive indication of our commitment to empowering women,” he remarked.
Saha reiterated that the safety of women and children remains a top priority for both the government and police administration.
He encouraged the newly appointed constables to serve with dedication and empathy, stressing the importance of a compassionate approach in their interactions with the public while enforcing the law firmly.
Moreover, he highlighted the necessity for new recruits to familiarize themselves with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which will replace colonial-era criminal laws starting July 1, 2024. “Understanding and applying this new legal framework will be vital for effective policing in the future,” Saha added.
In reference to the 150-year history of the Tripura Police, the Chief Minister called on senior officials and personnel to work together to elevate the force into one of the most professional police organizations in the nation.
Director General of Police Anurag mentioned that trainees from the 91st and 92nd constable batches received comprehensive training in crowd management, disaster response, investigative techniques, and law enforcement during their training.