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PM charts future of policing at DG-IG conference

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December 01, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 60th All India Conference of Directors General and Inspectors General of Police at the Indian Institute of Management, Raipur on Sunday, calling for a far-reaching transformation in policing practices to meet the aspirations of a developing nation moving toward Viksit Bharat.

- SHISHIR ROY CHOWDHURY

The three-day annual conference, held this year under the theme "Viksit Bharat: Security Dimensions, brought together the country's top police leadership to deliberate on emerging security challenges and long-term policy direction. In his address, the Prime Minister underlined the need to reshape public perception of the police, especially among young citizens. He emphasised professionalism, sensitivity and community engagement as the foundation for building public trust. Strengthening urban p

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