Reviewing the crime situation in Chhattisgarh, Director General of Police Ashok Juneja on Wednesday urged his men to take effective action to curb gambling, illegal betting and sale of illicit liquor in the state.
Stern action must be initiated against criminals involved in drug trafficking, theft, robbery and knife-related crimes, he told a meeting of Inspectors General of Police and Superintendents of Police of all districts through virtual mode.
He said Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel had underlined the need or swift action against the operators of chit fund companies. The process of recovery of the funds of investors should be ensured so that it can be returned to the rightful owners.
He also called for effective action against those involved in gambling, illegal betting and sale of illicit liquor.
Those involved in crime against women and children must be proceeded against, he said.
Preventive action can be initiated to maintain social harmony in the state.
Additional Directors General of Police Vivekanand Sinha and Himanshu Gupta, Inspector General of Police (Intelligence) Anand Chhabra and senior officers of the Police Headquarters were present.