In his first video-conference with all SPs, Range DIGPs and IGPs on Wednesday after assuming charge of DGP. Dr RP Sharma outlined the thrust areas for the State police. He listed out the importance of maintenance of law and order, prevention and detection of crimes and drive against antisocials and mafias.
People-friendly attitude and welfare of the police personnel are some of his core priorities, he emphasised. He also advised the senior officers to be empathetic and cordial while dealing with the public.
He stressed on the importance of prompt grievance redressal of the public at the cutting-edge level, i.e., at the police station.
While enumerating various basic responsibilities to be carried out by the police towards public and building the capacity of the police, he wanted the senior officers to collectively develop a vision for the State police with long- and short-term goals.
On the eve of the Puja festival, he directed all district SPs to conduct special drives against antisocial elements.