Agartala, 30th September 2024 – Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha directed the police to take all necessary measures to ensure peace and security in the state during a law and order review meeting held at the state police headquarters today. The meeting was convened to assess the overall security situation in Tripura, focusing on upcoming Sharad Utsav celebrations, drug trafficking, and border security.
In a press conference held after the meeting, CM Dr. Saha highlighted the importance of maintaining law and order during the festive season and assured the public that necessary steps have been taken. He instructed the police to follow the law strictly to ensure public safety and peace during the Sharad Utsav days, and warned against any forceful collection of festival donations, adding that strict actions have already been implemented to prevent such incidents.
Presiding over the meeting, CM Dr. Saha was joined by Chief Secretary J.K. Sinha, Director General of Police Amitabh Ranjan, Home Secretary Dr. P.K. Chakraborty, along with district police superintendents and senior officers. Discussions covered various aspects of state security, including preventing border intrusions, combating drug smuggling, and improving traffic management.
“The primary goal of today’s meeting was to review the state’s overall law and order situation,” said CM Dr. Saha. “Police officers provided key insights, and we have gathered essential information to strengthen our strategies.” He emphasized the critical role of police stations in maintaining order, urging officers to ensure citizens feel supported and heard when filing complaints. “Citizens should not feel helpless when they approach a police station. Officers must treat them with compassion,” he said, stressing the importance of the police’s ongoing awareness programs and the need to boost public legal knowledge.
The Chief Minister reiterated his government’s “zero tolerance” policy towards drugs and narcotics. He acknowledged the strong stance taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah against drug abuse and affirmed that Tripura’s police are working hard to eradicate the menace. “Among 28 states, Tripura ranks third in terms of effective law and order management, and we are leading in drug seizures and destruction of contraband,” he added.
The review meeting also tackled traffic issues, with discussions aimed at finding solutions to persistent traffic problems in the state. CM Dr. Saha emphasized that law enforcement should continue to operate with transparency and commitment, stating that the current government values integrity, which people will remember.
Director General of Police Amitabh Ranjan echoed the Chief Minister’s sentiments during the press conference, revealing that today’s meeting delved into crime control, law and order, and border security. He assured that there would be no compromise on maintaining peace, highlighting the focus on preventing the entry of Rohingya immigrants. He also shared comparative crime data from recent years, showing a consistent decrease in criminal activities in Tripura, which he attributed to the firm actions of the police. Additionally, DGP Ranjan noted the state’s success in seizing and destroying narcotics, particularly within the Northeastern region.
“Police efforts to curb criminal activity are yielding positive results,” DGP Ranjan said, reaffirming that Tripura Police will continue its rigorous approach to law enforcement, further contributing to the safety and security of the state.
