New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday stressed that public trust is the cornerstone of effective policing and called upon young IPS officers to earn citizens' confidence through impartiality, transparency, accessibility and prompt action.
Interacting with a group of IPS probationers at the Parliament House complex, Birla said building a stronger and more prosperous India required effective institutions and public servants who were responsive to the aspirations and concerns of citizens.
He urged the probationers to maintain constant engagement with the public and develop a close understanding of their needs and challenges.
The police, he said, should be seen not merely as an institution responsible for maintaining law and order, but also as a dependable body that safeguards people's rights and security.
Highlighting the role of technology in modern policing, Birla also called upon the young officers to make optimal use of emerging technologies, digital tools, data analytics and modern investigative techniques to prevent and detect crime and strengthen internal security.
He said technology-driven policing could enhance operational efficiency, improve responsiveness and strengthen the overall law-and-order framework.
Birla also stressed that effective policing must combine technological advancement with human sensitivity and compassion.
He urged the officers to discharge their responsibilities with commitment, integrity and accountability, keeping public welfare at the centre of their professional conduct, according to a statement from the Lok Sabha secretariat.
The interaction also provided an opportunity for the probationers to exchange views with the Lok Sabha speaker and gain insights into the functioning of Parliament and India's democratic institutions, the statement said.
