Directing the Police and civil administrative officers to work together as a team at the grassroots level to effectively eliminate crime and criminals, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday stressed the need to further strengthen CCTV surveillance in cities and towns to closely monitor criminals and other anti-social elements. New CCTV cameras be installed at key locations as needed, and existing cameras will be kept fully functional. He also directed that YouTube channels featuring objectionable content be verified, with appropriate action taken.
"My aim is to make Haryana a zero-crime State," he asserted. Presiding over a state-level review meeting on crime and law and order, Saini said that the crime rate has significantly decreased in Haryana and stressed the need for continued, focused efforts to make the state a zero-crime zone. He directed the police to listen patiently to all individuals visiting police stations, promptly register complaints, and take appropriate action and stated that this approach would not only ensure timely justice for the victims but also strengthen their trust in the police. Saini further instructed that the complainant should not have to make multiple visits to police stations to get an FIR registered. If, for any reason, an FIR cannot be registered, the police should provide clear reasons to satisfy the complainant.
While reviewing the actions against drug abuse, he stated that initiatives such as the Cyclothon and other programs launched by the State Government to raise awareness among youth about the harmful effects of drugs have yielded positive results. He said that not only the youth but people from all walks of life have been overwhelmingly participating in these programs, which aim to encourage the younger generation to stay away from drugs and channel their energy in the right direction.
Saini directed the police to involve Sarpanchs and other prominent figures in the villages to take the State Government’s anti-drug drive to the grassroots level and said that immediate treatment be provided at de-addiction centers for those already trapped in the grip of drugs. He stated that regular inspections of all de-addiction centers in the state should be conducted to ensure the availability of medicines and other essential facilities at these centers. Additionally, he directed the police to increase vigil in the bordering districts and other sensitive areas, aiming to dismantle the nexus between the demand and supply of drugs.
Expressing concern over perpetrators committing repeated offenses, Saini emphasized the need for stringent measures to send a strong message to offenders. He stated that family members of repeat offenders and gangsters involved in murder, other heinous crimes, and cases under the POCSO Act should be barred from receiving any benefits of government services. The Chief Minister directed that a proposal in this regard be prepared soon. He stated that the police should also closely monitor the activities of criminals who are on parole or furlough to ensure they do not commit any crimes during this period.
He made it clear that there is no place for gangsters in the state and directed the police to coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and other central agencies to expedite the process of extradition or deportation of foreign-based gangsters.
While reviewing the progress in resolving cybercrime cases, the Chief Minister highlighted that the State Government has implemented various measures leading to a significant reduction in the amount of money defrauded. These efforts aim to ensure that citizens' hard-earned money is protected from fraudulent activities. He directed that a special State Level Bankers Committee (SLBC) meeting be convened to devise an effective strategy in collaboration with banks. Additionally, he emphasized the need to sensitize state government pensioners and RWAs to remain alert and thwart any attempts by cyber criminals.
