Director General of Police DG Prakash Mishra on Tuesday called upon the police force in the State to remain neutral and honest while performing their election duties.
“The police have a major role in upholding the democratic rights of the people apart from maintaining law and order and protecting the lives and properties of the people,” the DGP said.Speaking on the occasion of the State Police Foundation Day celebrations here after taking salute of an impressive parade, Mishra said Maoist issues, organised crimes, economic and cyber offences are now the major challenges before the police.
“We need to remain highly alert to meet any eventuality arising out of these problems,” he exhorted.Similarly, the DGP asked his force to be more “responsive” while providing policing service to poor, disabled, SC and ST, minorities, senior citizens, children and women.Earlier, the DGP paid rich tributes to the police martyrs who have laid down their lives while carrying out their duties.later, Mishra along with Special DGP Sanjib Marik felicitated several members of the force for their distinguished services.