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Insights from IPS Chhaya Sharma at SABERA

A nation’s development is deeply tied to its law enforcement’s ability to adapt to emerging challenges. At SABERA 2024, IPS Chhaya Sharma highlighted five major innovations in policing that are shaping India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047. These innovations focus on safety, technology, and community-driven policing to create a more secure and progressive India.

  1. Legal Reforms: Implementing Bharat Nyay Samhita

One of the most transformative changes in India’s legal system is the transition from the Indian Penal Code (IPC) to the Bharat Nyay Samhita (BNS). IPS Chhaya Sharma played a pivotal role in imp

lementing these legal reforms, especially for the Delhi Police. Key aspects of this transformation include:

  • Modernizing laws to address contemporary crimes effectively.
  • Strengthening forensic-based investigations for faster and fairer justice.
  • Introducing community service sentences for minor offenses to focus on reformation over punishment.
  1. Managing Evolving Crimes: The Cyber Challenge

With rapid digitalization, cyber crimes such as Digital Arrest, financial fraud, identity theft, and phishing scams have increased significantly. To combat these threats, law enforcement has introduced several key measures:

  • www.cybercrime.gov.in: A dedicated online portal by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for reporting cyber fraud nationwide.
  • Dedicated cyber police stations in every district of Delhi, ensuring a specialized focus on handling cybercrime cases.
  • The 1930 Cyber Fraud Helpline: A nationwide emergency number for real-time assistance in cyber fraud cases.
  • Awareness campaigns to educate citizens on identifying cyber fraud, including s
    IPS Chhaya Sharma with Simply Suparnaa

    IPS Chhaya Sharma with Suparnaa Chadda

    cams where criminals impersonate army personnel to steal bank details.

  1. Technological Innovations in Law Enforcement

Technology is revolutionizing policing, making crime prevention and investigation more efficient. Key advancements include:

  • AI-Powered Facial Recognition Cameras: Enhancing surveillance and tracking criminals in real-time.
  • E-FIR System: Victims can now register minor offenses like theft online, reducing the burden on police stations and expediting justice.
  • Scientific Evidence in Investigations: New laws emphasize forensic science, digital evidence collection, and mandatory forensic team responses at crime scenes.
  • Video-Recorded Statements: To ensure more reliable testimonies, victim statements are now video-recorded, capturing facial expressions and voice tones.
  1. Women’s and Vulnerable Groups’ Safety Initiatives

Ensuring the sa

fety of women and marginalized communities is a priority. Several targeted measures have been implemented:

IPS Chhaya Sharma with George Muthoot George

IPS Chhaya Sharma with George Muthoot George

  • Himmat Plus App: A safety app for women, it provides an instant emergency response system.
  • Safe Transport for Women: Women stranded after 9 PM can dial 112 to be safely dropped home by a PCR van.
  • Protection for Northeastern Citizens & Transgender Community: Special police units have been set up to address the unique safety concerns of these groups, fostering social inclusion.
  • Community Policing for Minorities: Ensuring safety and security during religious festivals and communal events, promoting harmony while preventing conflicts.
  1. Community-Centric & Rehabilitative Policing

Modern policing is shifting towards community-driven law enforcement, focusing on rehabilitation instead of punishment for minor offenses:

  • Counseling and reformation programs for first-time offenders, reducing unnecessary incarceration.
  • Strengthening local engagement between law enforcement and communities to build trust.
  • Combining strict law enforcement with social welfare initiatives to prevent crime at its root.

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