IEP Chandigarh, January 23
Haryana is fortifying security measures in anticipation of Republic Day celebrations, as the police intensify surveillance on all routes leading to the venue. In a pivotal video conference, Director General of Police, Shatrujeet Kapur, spearheaded a thorough examination of law and order preparations, attended by ADGPs, IGs, Superintendents of Police, and other senior officers from across the state.
During the meeting, Mr. Kapur underscored the national significance of Republic Day and urged all police officers to meticulously study the law and order arrangements, leaving no room for negligence. Written directives emanating from Police Headquarters have been disseminated to all districts, emphasizing heightened security at designated points.
Furthermore, Mr. Kapur stressed the imperative to impose a ban on flying drones and remote-controlled devices in the state. Emphasizing the importance of area security, he called upon police officers to conduct exhaustive investigations using drones, particularly in areas around Republic Day events. An attentive watch on tall buildings in the vicinity was also emphasized, along with the implementation of special security measures at the venue, complementing VIP duty.
In the quest for heightened security, Mr. Kapur instructed police officers to enhance visibility during nighttime, ensuring swift assistance when required. He insisted that senior officers personally visit different locations to brief the police force on security arrangements, underlining the need for robust measures at all government and public places.
The Director General emphasized the necessity for enhanced training for police force participating in the Republic Day parade. He advocated for the preparation of a tableau showcasing Haryana Police’s achievements, including cyber security initiatives, emergency response through Haryana-112, and road safety campaigns. Additionally, the tableau could spotlight the positive impacts of recent laws, namely the Bhartiya Sakshy adhiniyam-2023, Bhartiya Suraksha Sanhita, and Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita.
Delving into the state’s efforts in de-addiction, Mr. Kapur instructed police officers to view villages or wards as units and develop comprehensive de-addiction plans. He stressed the initiation of treatment for individuals struggling with drug addiction in these areas. Moreover, he emphasized involving a significant number of youth in sports activities to combat addiction, setting a target of 10 thousand youth in sports activities in each district.
Mr. Kapur also reviewed the functioning of police station feedback cells, underscoring the importance of identifying reasons for dissatisfaction. In addressing women’s safety, teams have been established in hotspot areas across all districts, including markets and transportation hubs. Mr. Kapur highlighted the proactive need to identify and monitor hotspot routes in addition to these areas. The meeting witnessed the participation of ADGP, IG, Superintendents of Police, and numerous other officers from across the state.
