Amit Shah and Rekha Gupta reviewed Delhi Police performance. (Pankaj Rai)
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta held a high-level meeting at Delhi Police Headquarters to review the capital’s security arrangements, assess police performance and discuss measures to strengthen law and order. Senior police officials attended the meeting, which focused on crime prevention, women’s safety and the challenges facing law enforcement in the national capital.
During the meeting, Shah reviewed Delhi Police’s work and achievements over the past five years. Discussions also covered protests held in the capital over the preceding five months, women’s safety concerns, attacks on police personnel and other sensitive law-and-order issues.
The review focused on identifying areas requiring greater attention and improving the police force’s effectiveness and accountability in responding to emerging security challenges.
Officials discussed measures to improve law and order, strengthen communication between police personnel and the public, and build greater confidence among residents regarding their safety.
The meeting also examined strategies to tackle drug trafficking, active criminal gangs, gang wars and networks associated with gangsters. The emphasis was on taking effective action against offenders and improving coordination to address organised criminal activities.
Women’s safety remained an important subject during the discussions. The meeting also addressed incidents involving attacks on police personnel, with emphasis on the need for an effective response to such cases.
The broader objective was to strengthen policing standards, ensure greater accountability and make the capital’s security system more responsive to public concerns.
The meeting was attended by the Delhi Police Commissioner, all Special Commissioners of Police, Joint Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners of Police, and senior officers from the Special Cell and Crime Branch.
The high-level review is significant for setting policing priorities and shaping future strategies to address crime and security concerns across Delhi. The discussions centred on strengthening law enforcement, improving public trust and ensuring a safer environment for residents.
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