Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy stressed the importance of the police department upgrading itself to tackle the rising challenges of cybercrime and drug-related issues. He mentioned that the state government is prepared to address these concerns by forming a committee led by State Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao. At the ‘Telangana Police Retreat – 2026,’ Chief Minister Revanth Reddy highlighted the technical and adaptive challenges faced by the police, suggesting the need for technological advancements and recruitment of experts to combat cybercrime effectively.
The Chief Minister underlined that crime rates cannot be curbed without enhancing the skills of the existing police force. He announced the formation of a committee to review proposals from police officials regarding cybercrime, narcotics, and recruitment issues, with the government making decisions after thorough evaluation. Emphasizing the need for continuous improvement, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy urged the police to avoid working on autopilot and to stay updated as the first point of contact for public assistance during crises.
Addressing the evolving nature of crimes, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of rationalizing police staffing and implementing population-based policing strategies. He commended the police force for their efforts in maintaining law and order, crucial for attracting investments to the state. The state government introduced the “Telangana Rising 2047” policy document to ensure dynamic policy-making and economic growth, aiming for a three trillion US dollar economy by 2047.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy also drew attention to environmental and urban challenges faced by cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, stressing the need to learn from their experiences. He assured the provision of necessary funds to strengthen the police department, emphasizing that officer postings would be merit-based.
