IMPHAL : Manipur DGP Rajiv Singh on Monday asked police officers and security forces to ensure effective investigation, speedy disposal of cases, sustained operations against anti-national elements and drug traffickers, and intensified efforts to seize illegal arms and ammunition.
The director general of police (DGP) issued the directions during visits to Kakching and Chandel districts to review security preparedness, policing and departmental welfare, according to a police statement.
At Kakching, Singh reviewed the preparedness of the district police to prevent any untoward incidents in vulnerable areas during the ongoing farming season.
He interacted with officers of the district police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and central agencies, and stressed the need for effective investigation, speedy disposal of cases and sustained operations against anti-national elements and drug traffickers. He also called for intensified efforts to seize illegal arms and ammunition.
Singh said that officers and personnel displaying exemplary professionalism would be suitably rewarded.
At the headquarters of the 8th Manipur Rifles at Leikun in Chandel district, the DGP chaired a review meeting on deployment at various posts and outposts, static guards, and law and order duties.
He emphasised professionalism, discipline and healthy work practices, while encouraging officers and personnel to maintain a harmonious environment within the unit.
The DGP also urged officers to explore innovative ways for the optimum utilisation of the unit’s land and other resources for departmental welfare.
Singh held interaction sessions with officers of the district police, representatives of civil society organisations (CSOs) and the Assam Rifles in Chandel district.
During the meetings, he reviewed policing issues, emphasised professional and people-centric policing, appreciated the coordination between the district police and CSOs in maintaining peace and harmony, and underscored the importance of continued inter-agency cooperation.
He also encouraged the youth of Chandel to participate in the forthcoming Manipur Police recruitment rally. (Source: PTI)
