The Rajasthan Police's esteem is high, leading to the state being considered peaceful and safe, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said on Sunday. Gehlot made the remark after inspecting the parade on Rajasthan Police Foundation Day at Rajasthan Police Academy.
The police have performed their duty with impartiality and sensitivity, according to the basic spirit of democracy, he said. Better investigation and vigilance have brought punishment to the criminals and justice to the victims, the chief minister added.
He congratulated the personnel and officers on the police's foundation day. Gehlot also saluted the personnel martyred while on duty. Keeping in mind the goal of providing sensitive, transparent and accountable administration, the police should ensure the protection of the common people's honour, he said.
The chief minister added that due to the strong intentions and innovations of the police, the common people's confidence in them has increased. The motto of the police -- "Confidence in Common People, Fear in Criminals" -- seems to be coming true, he said.
Gehlot added that important decisions have been taken by the state government to strengthen, modernise and increase the police's efficiency. In the last one month, the way the police conducted operations to nab criminals, crimes have decreased by 10 per cent, he said.
The state government will not tolerate anti-social elements, Gehlot said, and expressed confidence that the Rajasthan Police will maintain its identity as the best force in the country. Earlier, the chief minister paid tribute to the martyred personnel by offering flowers at the Police Martyrs' Memorial.
Director-General of Police Umesh Mishra said the personnel are always committed to protecting and serving the common man. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Pratapsingh Khachariyawas, Minister of State for Home Rajendra Yadav, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Anand Kumar alongside senior police officials and personnel were present at the programme.
