In a significant move to strengthen law enforcement and public safety, Haryana's Director General of Police (DGP) O.P. Singh has taken a hands-on approach by personally conducting night patrolling across the state. The top cop's initiative marks a new era of police accountability and ground-level engagement.
Leading from the Front
DGP Singh didn't just issue orders from his office - he hit the streets himself, inspecting key locations and interacting with both police personnel and citizens during the night hours. This unprecedented move by the state's highest-ranking police officer demonstrates a commitment to understanding ground realities firsthand.
Directive to Senior Officers
The DGP has issued clear instructions to all Superintendents of Police (SPs) and Commissioners of Police (CPs) across Haryana to follow his example. The mandate requires senior police officials to regularly conduct night patrolling in their respective jurisdictions, ensuring:
- Enhanced police visibility during critical night hours
- Better coordination between different police units
- Direct assessment of security arrangements
- Improved public confidence in police effectiveness
Strategic Security Enhancement
This initiative represents a strategic shift in Haryana's policing approach. By having senior officers actively participate in night operations, the police force aims to:
- Identify and address security gaps more effectively
- Boost morale among junior police personnel
- Create stronger deterrence against criminal activities
- Build better community-police relationships
The night patrolling program is expected to bring senior police leadership closer to the operational challenges faced by field personnel while simultaneously reassuring citizens about their safety during nighttime hours.
Accountability and Transparency
This hands-on approach by DGP Singh sets a new standard for police leadership in the state. The move emphasizes that accountability begins at the top, with senior officers now required to experience night duty challenges directly rather than managing operations solely from daytime office hours.
The initiative has already generated positive responses from both within the police force and among citizens who see this as a genuine effort to improve public safety and police responsiveness across Haryana.
