Lucknow: Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna on Wednesday interacted with 23 IPS probationers of the 2023-24 batch who are undergoing field training. During the session, he stressed the importance of professional excellence, cyberpolicing skills, and effective public grievance redressal.
Interaction at Police Headquarters
The interaction took place at the police headquarters, where the probationers shared feedback from their ongoing 29-week district training. They highlighted exposure to various aspects of policing, including crime control, law and order maintenance, cyber investigations, forensic tools, traffic management, VVIP security, and the implementation of new criminal laws.
DGP's Emphasis on Practical Training
Addressing the probationers, the DGP stated that practical training is critical in preparing officers to tackle real-world policing challenges. He underscored that while ethics remain central to policing, professional competence, legal knowledge, and operational skills are key to effective law enforcement. He urged the probationers to prepare for upcoming challenges such as the implementation of new laws and election duties.
The DGP also encouraged the officers to continuously upgrade their skills, particularly in the domain of cyberpolicing, given the increasing prevalence of cybercrimes. He advised them to be proactive in addressing public grievances and to maintain a citizen-centric approach in their duties.
The probationers expressed their gratitude for the guidance and assured the DGP of their commitment to upholding the highest standards of policing. The session concluded with a renewed focus on the importance of integrity and professionalism in serving the public.
