Bhubaneswar: On Tuesday, Odisha’s Director General of Police, Vinaytosh Mishra, officially opened the 71st State Police Duty Meet at the Reserve Police Ground located in Buxi Bazaar, Cuttack.
A total of 319 participants from 39 police units across the state are competing, accompanied by 45 dogs and their handlers. The competitors include 44 Inspectors, 52 Sub-Inspectors, 54 Assistant Sub-Inspectors, 17 Havildars, and 152 Constables.
While addressing attendees, the DGP emphasized that the core duties of police include preventing crime, conducting thorough investigations, and upholding the rule of law. He pointed out that the evolving nature of modern crime necessitates ongoing enhancements in the professional skills, scientific knowledge, and technical capabilities of police officers to effectively address challenges such as cybercrime, online fraud, and offenses against women and children.
Mishra also noted that with the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), there is a heightened focus on scientific investigations and the effective utilization of forensic and digital evidence.
He regarded the Duty Meet as a valuable opportunity for police officers and personnel to evaluate their knowledge, skills, and experiences while learning from one another.
During his remarks, Mishra highlighted the recent successes of Odisha Police in tackling organized crime, extremism, drug trafficking, illegal arms trade, and human trafficking in recent years.
He commended the dedication of officers and personnel in ensuring swift investigations and convictions in sensitive cases, such as a recent theft in Jharsuguda that resulted in a conviction within just 17 days. He congratulated the Jharsuguda SP and his team for their exemplary work.
The top performers from this competition will be chosen to represent the Odisha Police at the upcoming All India Police Duty Meet. The DGP encouraged all participants to strive for excellence, learn from each other, and elevate the reputation of Odisha Police.
Mishra reiterated that the foremost priorities of the police include citizen safety, the protection of women and children, the maintenance of communal harmony, and the prevention of violence. He stated that public trust is the force’s greatest asset, urging personnel to serve the community with integrity, justice, compassion, and commitment.
The state-level competition is being organized under the direct supervision of IGP Crime Branch Dr. Sarthak Sarangi, who welcomed attendees. DIG Crime Branch Madkar Sandeep Sampat delivered the vote of thanks. A significant number of senior police officials from the state were present at the event.
