Tripura CM Manik Saha urges police to enhance transparency and conviction rates

Chief Minister Manik Saha has directed the Tripura Police to focus on resolving old, unsolved cases from various police stations to ensure justice for victims who have yet to receive it. This directive came during a review meeting on law and order held at the Police Headquarters on September 30. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability, CM Saha instructed senior police officers to regularly visit different areas and police stations, highlighting the need for everyone to fulfill their responsibilities effectively. “There was a time when people feared whether they would receive justice after visiting police stations,” he remarked. “Police behavior must be appropriate, and when individuals come in distress, their problems must be addressed properly, including filing accurate FIRs.”

Saha also noted the ‘Prayaas’ programme by Tripura Police, aimed at improving community relations and policing standards. He acknowledged the significant milestone of the Tripura Police completing 150 years of service, describing it as a rare and proud achievement for the state. Highlighting the challenges posed by narcotics in the region, Saha stated, “Tripura ranks highest in the destruction and seizure of narcotics in the Northeast. Under the zero-tolerance policy declared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, we must put an end to old practices and ensure proper monitoring of NDPS cases.”

The Chief Minister urged the Tripura Police to enhance their outreach, instructing all senior officers, including the DGP, to remain actively engaged in the community. “We have given the Tripura Police a free hand; we do not interfere with their work. Criminals have no religion, and there will be no compromise with them,” he asserted.