Home Minister applauds eff ort of police officers in maintaining law and order

Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister Araga Jnanendra applauded the police for maintaining law and order situation in the city.

During a meeting held with the top police officials including Bengaluru Police Commissioner CH Pratap Reddy and Special Commissioner, Traffic, MA Saleem and other senior officials on Friday, the home minister highlighted the achievements of the police department during 2022. 

“There have been a couple of minor incidents following which the department was directed to take strict action against errant officers,” he said. He also said that the city police have taken swift action against the police subinspector (PSI) recruiting fraud and voter data theft scams.

“Our investigations into these cases are going on the right track. We trust our police department. We cannot have a negative outlook towards the police at all times,” he added. Home Minister Araga Jnanendra also said that foreign visitors and industrialists come to Bengaluru because it is safe and peaceful compared to other densely populated cities.

He assured that the city will continue to be safe. On the upcoming New Year celebrations, the minister said, “People couldn’t celebrate for two years due to the pandemic. The police have been informed of the celebrations this year. However, those who celebrate should know that if they are involved in illegal activities or commit any sort of crime and consume drugs, they will be dealt with mercilessly.”