The Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister, Vijay Sharma, presided over a crucial meeting with the Superintendents of Police from the Sarguja range at the Sarguja Coordination Center. The primary focus of the meeting was to assess and strengthen the law and order situation, with Sharma issuing specific instructions to enhance the police’s effectiveness, sensitivity, and accountability. He unequivocally stated that the police’s foremost duty is to uphold the rule of law and instill fear in the minds of criminals. Sharma emphasized the necessity of boosting conviction rates in serious crime cases, mandating thorough and regular monitoring across all districts. The Superintendents of Police were directed to engage with the public, address the concerns of their subordinates, and conduct regular visits to schools and colleges. The importance of maintaining discipline within police stations through weekly parades was also highlighted. The meeting was attended by key officials including the Additional Chief Secretary Home, Manoj Pinguwa, and various Inspector Generals, along with the Superintendents of Police from several districts in the Sarguja range. The discussions centered on taking immediate and effective action against severe crimes such as human trafficking, crimes against women and children, illegal arms, and drug trafficking. Emphasis was placed on comprehensive investigations under the NDPS Act and ensuring stringent punishments for the guilty. Furthermore, directives were issued to launch special operations against illegal liquor production and sales, conduct in-depth investigations into chit fund companies, and expedite the process of returning funds to investors. Road safety also received significant attention, including the identification and correction of black spots, enhancing traffic management, and increasing the visibility of traffic police. Sharma reiterated that improving traffic conditions is a collective responsibility. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of implementing drug-free campus campaigns in schools and colleges, raising awareness among students about the dangers of substance abuse, and building trust between the public and the police through community policing. Cybercrime prevention, regular assessment of the beat system, and the promotion of the ‘Samadhan App’ were also discussed. Sharma also directed the police to engage with the public through village meetings and public interaction programs. Concluding the meeting, Sharma declared that the police’s actions must ensure that criminals fear the law while the public feels secure, which, in his view, is the true measure of the police’s success.
