New Delhi (The Hawk): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that law enforcement organisations need to be 10 steps ahead of the criminal world, underscoring the significance of having a smart law and order system that is compatible with cutting-edge technologies.
Additionally, he suggested that states and union territories consider if "one nation, one police uniform" was feasible.
PM Modi spoke via video conference to the Chintan Shivir of state home ministers and said, "The nature of crimes is evolving today. We must comprehend modern technologies. The 5G era has arrived. Thus, we must exercise greater caution."
According to the PM, facial recognition, automatic number plate identification, drone, and CCTV technology would all see significant advancements with 5G technology.
"The development of 5G technology has made awareness equally crucial. The goal is to make India's law and order system intelligent. Technology assists with both criminal investigation and crime prevention. We'll need to stay one step ahead of the criminal underworld "said he.
The PM emphasised the importance of adopting a positive outlook and urged greater synergy between police stations through collaboration, rapport, and a streamlined process.
The interconnection between the police of various states is a crucial factor in order to increase the effectiveness of the police and strengthen peace and order, according to the prime minister.
He stated: "Now, law and order are not confined to a single jurisdiction. Criminal activity is becoming more interstate and global. Criminals now have more power to perpetrate crimes thanks to technology. Beyond the border, criminals are abusing technology. We will need to continue developing new technology to combat anything from cybercrime to the use of drones to smuggle drugs or weapons."
According to the PM, collaboration between federal, state, and local institutions is crucial.
He emphasised that the Police Technology Mission was launched by the government to implement technology-driven reforms and procedures to bolster India's police force.
The PM stated that it is obvious that at times of natural calamities, organisations like the NDRF and the SDRF assist individuals who are stranded, and this inspires people's faith in the government.
"I implore all states to collaborate and create a single police uniform. By mass producing these items, job opportunities will be created, and the police will develop a unified identity "PM stated.
The prime minister also issued a warning against the effects of fake news.
"We must take firm action against evil groups for the security and rights of law-abiding individuals.
A single false report can cause havoc across the country.
People need to be taught to consider before forwarding information and to double check information before believing it "added the prime minister.
According to the Prime Minister, an outstanding illustration of cooperative federalism is the Chintan Shivir of home ministers in Surajkund. He asserted that states can collaborate for the good of the nation, draw inspiration from one another, and learn from one another.
He stated that a "amrit peedhi" will be created over the course of the next 25 years. Imbibing the resolutions of "Panch Pran"—creating a developed India, being liberated from all colonial mindset, taking pride in one's heritage, fostering unity, and—most importantly—doing one's civic duty—will help build this "amrit peedhi."
In Haryana's Surajkund, the two-day Chintan Shivir is taking place. The Chintan Shivir was also attended by Home Secretaries, Director Generals of Police (DGPs) of the States, Director Generals of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and Director Generals of Central Police Organizations (CPOs).
The Chintan Shivir of Home Ministers is an initiative to offer a national perspective to policy creation on issues connected to internal security, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). The Shivir would increase planning and coordination amongst many stakeholders at the central and state levels in the spirit of cooperative federalism.
According to the release, the Shivir will discuss topics such as the modernization of police forces, control of cybercrime, expanded use of IT in the criminal justice system, management of land borders, coastal security, women's protection, and drug trafficking, among others.
(Inputs from Agencies)
