MP DGP Makwana outlines people-centric policing roadmap

Vacancies, vigilance, citizen outreach, cyber awareness, anti-Naxal strategy and anti-narcotics campaign shape police roadmap

- SATYAPRAKASH SHARMA

BHOPAL: In an exclusive conversation with Millennium Post, Madhya Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Kailash Makwana has outlined the force's recruitment drive, anti-Naxal strategy, digitisation push and citizen-centric initiatives. He has stressed that modern policing must blend technology with accountability and human sensitivity.

Q: The state police have been facing vacancies for a long time. What steps are being taken to fill the gap?

DGP: Nearly 20,000 sanctioned posts are vacant. The government has cleared recruitment for 8,500, including 7,500 constables, 500 subedars/sub-inspectors and 500 office staff. Advertisements will be issued shortly. Recruitment for the latter two categories has not been conducted in eight years. This will significantly strengthen manpower and improve law-and-order delivery.

Q: How will the recruitment process change?

DGP: Recruitment is currently handled by the MP Employee Selection Board. A dedicated Police Recruitment Board has now been proposed to ensure focused examinations, cut delays and fill vacancies on time.

Q: You have stressed accountability and field supervision. What steps are being taken?