Odisha's Law and Order: CM Majhi Calls for Unified Action Against Crime
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged civil and police authorities to collaborate in tackling organized crime and improving public trust. He stressed teamwork among district leaders and police officials, leveraging intelligence collection, and increasing patrols. Meanwhile, opposition protests highlighted concerns over crime management.
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In an effort to strengthen law enforcement, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has called for coordinated action between the civil administration and police to combat organized crime. During a meeting with senior officers, he emphasized the importance of collaboration to instill public confidence and deter criminal activities.
Majhi highlighted the success of joint efforts in mitigating the naxal threat and advocated for similar strategies against organized crime. He urged district magistrates and SPs to conduct regular reviews and report to higher authorities, thereby ensuring proactive measures in intelligence and patrolling.
The meeting took place as the opposition BJD staged protests over the perceived collapse of law and order, criticizing the government for failing to control rising crime rates. Demonstrators gheraoed the DGP's office, demanding strict accountability and action against officials.
(With inputs from agencies.)

