Act without political interference: Vijay tells officials

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday directed district collectors and superintendents of police to effectively tackle crimes by identifying the root cause and maximise public safety.
Stressing the need to crack down on drug trafficking and protect natural resources from plunder, he said no wrongdoer, regardless of their standing, should escape swift and impartial punishment. Addressing the first two-day joint conference of collectors, SPs and senior police officials since his TVK government assumed office in May, Vijay said the officials “could act without political interference.”

“District collectors and Superintendents of Police should actively monitor and take action against drug trafficking and smuggling of mineral resources,” Vijay said at the Secretariat here.
“Collectors and SPs should take steps to prevent criminal incidents by identifying the root cause. A change should be brought about in the behaviour of those who disturb law and order,” he said in his opening remarks.

Women’s safety should be ensured without any compromise and special arrangements should be made for their protection.  Special attention should also be given to the safety of students and children, Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay said.
“Shops near schools should be continuously monitored. Periodic checks should be conducted if necessary. Those involved in drug-related crimes should be immediately arrested and punished,” the CM said.
He emphasised that the people elected the TVK government for social justice and for an administration that is transparent, honest and corruption-free.