DGP Reviews Policing and Law and Order Situation in Patiala Range

Patiala, October 17: Officiating Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Iqbal Preet Singh Sahota on Sunday reviewed policing and law & order by holding a comprehensive meeting of SSPs falling in Patiala range during his visit at Range Office here. IG Patiala Mukhwinder Singh Chhina was also present in the meeting.

       In wake of coming Vidhan Sabha elections, the DGP asked the SSPs to take extra precautions and keep intensive vigil to maintain the law and order. Stressing on the need to keep  close watch on drug suppliers, he asked the officials to adopt a zero tolerance policy so that no one can supply or store drugs in their respective districts.
      Reiterating his commitment for providing clean and transparent policing, the DGP asked the SSPs to caution all their subordinates of all rank and file to obey all the orders honestly. He said that as per the clear directions of Punjab Chief Minister, S. Charanjit Singh Channi, if any police personnel found indulged in corruption or any other unscrupulous activity, he/she will be dealt strictly.

       Reviewing the pendency of cases in Patiala range districts, he directed all the district heads of police to dispose of the pending cases by taking day to day stock of inquiry and investigation status. He said that each and every person who approaches the police station, should be given a patience hearing and ensure justice to them after following a proper procedure of investigation.