Opposition Leader Calls for Action Against IPS Officers Amid Crime Surge

Goa's Leader of Opposition, Yuri Alemao, has urged strict warnings for IPS officers whose videos in discos and casinos have gone viral. Alemao raised concerns over deteriorating law and order and rising crime against women. His remarks follow the controversial reinstatement of IPS officer A Koan after alleged misconduct.

Goa's Leader of Opposition, Yuri Alemao, has sounded an alarm over the state's deteriorating law and order, urging strict warnings for IPS officers caught in viral videos at discos and casinos.

Alemao highlighted the growing brazenness of criminals, alleging that some police officers are involved in unlawful activities. His call for action comes against the backdrop of the controversial reinstatement of IPS officer A Koan, who was suspended for alleged misconduct with a woman tourist.

Alemao pointed to rising crime against women, reporting over 1,230 cases of rape, molestation, and kidnapping in the last five years but only six convictions, underscoring the urgency for increased accountability in law enforcement.

(With inputs from agencies.)