Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Gujarat CM emphasizes police-public trust for crime control
The Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel, recently spoke at a big meeting with police officers.
He said it's very important for the police to trust the public and for the public to trust the police.
This trust helps in controlling crime.
He also talked about using new technologies like artificial intelligence to fight cybercrime.
The Chief Minister praised the Gujarat Police for their hard work and dedication, which has made Gujarat a safe and peaceful state.
He also mentioned that the police should be kind and helpful to young people who are addicted to drugs, instead of just punishing them.
The Deputy Chief Minister, Harsh Sanghavi, also spoke and praised the police for their good work in keeping the state safe and fighting crime.
The meeting is a chance for police officers to share ideas and learn from each other.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasized the need to strengthen trust between the police and the public to control crime.
He highlighted the importance of people-centric policing reaching grassroots and rural levels.
The Chief Minister praised the Gujarat Police for their vigilance and dedication, which has made Gujarat a safe and secure state.
He urged the police to adopt modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, to counter cybercrime and tech-enabled offences.
Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi lauded the Gujarat Police for their outstanding performance in law and order, crime detection, and community outreach.
- Who
- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, senior police officers, and Chief Secretary M.K. Das
- What
- Inauguration of a two-day state-level Crime Conference in Gandhinagar
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Why
- To strengthen the bridge of trust between the police and the public, and to discuss various aspects of crime control and prevention
- Event
- Two-day state-level Crime Conference in Gandhinagar
- Participants
- Senior police officers, including State Police Chief, Additional Directors General of Police, IGPs, Range IGs, and District Superintendents of Police
- Key Focus Areas
- Public confidence, technology adoption, coastal security, drug rehabilitation, and people-centric policing
- CM's Message
- Strengthen trust between police and public, leverage technology, and adopt a humane approach to drug-addicted youth
- Deputy CM's Remarks
- Gujarat Police's outstanding performance in law and order, crime detection, and community outreach
- Chief Secretary's Note
- Crime conferences are significant forums for implementing key outcomes from national-level meetings
- Agenda Topics
- Border and coastal security, investigation, operations, and crime prevention
