Odisha Government to Implement SOP for Police Conduct with Defence Personnel

The Odisha government plans to implement a standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure appropriate conduct with defence personnel at police stations following an alleged assault incident. Measures included statewide CCTV installation and a Judicial Commission of Inquiry. The High Court expressed satisfaction and will revisit the case next month.

The Odisha government announced the formulation of a standard operating procedure (SOP) to guide police conduct with defence personnel, following a controversial incident at Bharatpur police station.

Senior IPS officer Dayal Gangwar reported to the Orissa High Court that the government is also installing CCTV cameras across all police stations, with the work expected to be completed in 15 days. The HC, satisfied with the steps being taken, awaits further developments.

A Judicial Commission of Inquiry has been set, and the case investigation moved to the Crime Branch, leading to the suspension of five police personnel involved.

(With inputs from agencies.)