Agartala, October 21: As Opposition parties and even a ruling alliance partner in Tripura continue to voice concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation, particularly the rise in communal violence, the state’s Director General of Police (DGP) Amitabh Ranjan firmly rejected these claims.
He stated that crime rates in the state have actually been at their lowest in the past decade, including a sharp decline in incidents as recently as September.
Ranjan attributed allegations of police inaction and bias to organized efforts by vested groups seeking to spread misinformation and tarnish the police’s reputation.
Speaking to reporters on Monday during the Police Commemoration Day event at the Manoranjan Debbarma Smriti Stadium, AD Nagar Police Line in Agartala, DGP Ranjan emphasized the police’s strong commitment to maintaining law and order.
He stated that Tripura’s Chief Minister, Manik Saha, had given the police complete authority to act decisively against lawbreakers, ensuring that law and order would be upheld without interference.
“I would strongly say that some vested groups are trying to spread rumors about a deteriorating law and order situation, but the truth is that, according to data from the past ten years, crime in all major categories is at its lowest this year,” Ranjan said.
He also noted that during recent festivals and elections were incident free, and any incidents of unrest were swiftly addressed, with senior officials and additional forces deployed as needed to restore peace.
Despite some incidents of communal violence earlier this year, Ranjan pointed out that the Durga Puja festival was celebrated in those areas also peacefully alongwith other areas across Tripura, and with participation from all communities. This, he said, was proof that the police had been successful in controlling law and order issues and providing a peaceful atmosphere for the public.
Alongside DGP Ranjan, DGP (Intelligence) Anurag Dhankar was present during response to queries of reporters, reiterating the commitment of the state police to ensure public safety.
The day also saw the state’s police forces observing Police Commemoration Day, an occasion to honor the police personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Across India, and in Tripura as well, ‘Smriti Parades’ were held to remember those who lost their lives protecting the nation and its citizens over the last year.
DGP Ranjan acknowledged that since India’s Independence, over 35,000 police personnel, including many from Tripura, have died in service, underscoring the dedication and selflessness of the force.
The main ceremony was held at the Manoranjan Debbarma Smriti Stadium, where senior police officials paid tribute to the fallen officers, marking a day of solemn respect and remembrance for their sacrifices.
As the debate over law and order in Tripura continues to play out in the political sphere, the police’s stance remains firm: they are equipped and ready to address any challenges, and the data supports their claims of improved safety and security in the state.
