India's Top Police Officials Convene to Address National Security Challenges
Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah lead discussions on emerging threats, new laws, and strategic policing priorities at the annual DGP/IGP conference in Bhubaneswar.
- The three-day DGP/IGP conference in Bhubaneswar focuses on internal and external security issues, including cybercrime, pro-Khalistan activities, and cross-border terrorism.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the need to address challenges along the eastern border, immigration, and urban policing trends, citing unrest in neighboring Bangladesh.
- Prime Minister Modi will attend the conference's final two days to engage with senior police officials and deliver a concluding address on national security priorities.
- Deliberations include counter-terrorism, left-wing extremism, narcotics trafficking, coastal security, and the implementation of India's new justice-oriented criminal laws.
- The event fosters collaboration among over 450 senior police and intelligence officials, with presentations on best practices and actionable strategies to enhance public safety and security.