Amit Shah to Lead 54th Foundation Day of Police Think Tank

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be the chief guest at the 54th foundation day of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D). He will deliver a lecture on new criminal law reforms, honor medal recipients, and release a special edition of the Indian Police Journal. Senior officials will also attend.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the 54th foundation day of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) as the chief guest on Wednesday. Shah will deliver the Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial Lecture focusing on 'New Criminal Law--Citizen Centric Reforms.'

During the event, he will honor the recipients of the President's Medal for Distinguished Service and Meritorious Service for the years 2023 and 2024. A special edition of the Bureau's publication 'Indian Police Journal' centered on new criminal laws will also be released by him, according to a statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

'Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and guidance of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, BPR&D is committed to transforming the Indian Police Forces into SMART forces. These forces will meet the challenges of internal security and policing by being equipped with necessary intellectual, physical, and organizational resources,' said the statement.

Since its inception in 1970, BPR&D has acted as the think tank for the Indian Police by developing policies for police and correctional services, exploring new technologies, and enhancing service delivery to citizens. The organization also promotes cooperation between state and central police organizations.

Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Director General of Central Armed Police Forces, heads of central police organizations, and senior officials of the Home Ministry will also attend the inauguration ceremony.

(With inputs from agencies.)