On Thursday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that the U.P. Police had not only established a new identity within the country but also played a crucial role in reshaping the state’s image over the past seven years.
“Adherence to the rule of law has made the police a symbol of respect and trust, ushering in an era of development and employment in the state by opening up new possibilities for investment and business,” said Yogi Adityanath.
He made these remarks while flagging off the upgraded Police Response Vehicles (PRVs) in the second phase of UP-112, the state integrated emergency response centre, from his official residence in Lucknow. The Uttar Pradesh chief minister also distributed air-conditioned helmets to a team from the Kanpur Police Commissionerate, led by Police Commissioner Akhil Kumar.
“With the establishment of the rule of law in the state, U.P. has risen to become the second-largest economy in the country and is now rapidly positioning itself to become the nation’s largest economy,” Yogi Adityanath added.
“The state bears the responsibility for maintaining security, and our police force excels in this duty,” Yogi Adityanath said. “The rule of law is fundamental to good governance, and ensuring a secure and safe environment in the state is very important,” he added.
He also mentioned that the demand for modernizing the police force to meet contemporary needs had been longstanding.
Efforts have been made to reduce the response time of UP-112 and increase the number of PRV-112 vehicles over the past seven years, he said. Two-wheelers have been added alongside four-wheelers, enabling PRVs to reach streets and localities to better serve the public, he added.
The government has initiated an ambitious three-year program to add 6,278 new four-wheelers and two-wheelers to the fleet. This year alone, 1,778 vehicles will be integrated into the fleet, he said.
“During the Covid-19 lockdown, UP Police’s PRV 112 garnered significant attention. People witnessed the dedication of the police force, with two-wheelers accessing areas where four-wheelers couldn’t reach,” he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier outlined a new vision for the directors general of police across the country, emphasizing changes in the law and the concept of smart policing, the chief minister said. He noted that the PM advocated being strict yet sensitive, modern and mobile, alert and accountable, reliable and responsive, techno-savvy and trend-oriented.
The UP Police have endeavored to fully implement these principles, he said.
The chief minister stated that neglecting modernization efforts, especially considering societal needs, would cause the police force to lag. “The most severe consequence of this would be jeopardizing the safety of the common man,” he remarked.
