CM Mohan Yadav approves AI safety platform, cyber experts for State Cyber Cell
Bhopal, June 12
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening the state's policing and investigation framework, including a new investigation allowance for police personnel and enhanced cybercrime response mechanisms.
Reviewing the Home Department, Chief Minister Yadav said the government was committed to equipping the police force with modern resources to deal with emerging challenges.
"In these changing times, necessary resources will be provided to the police force to upgrade systems and tackle new challenges," the Chief Minister said, directing police personnel at all levels to work with vigilance and proactivity to maintain law and order across the state.
Officials said the proposed investigation allowance would help officers meet expenses incurred during criminal investigations, including visits to crime scenes, collection of evidence, photography and videography, digital forensic work, and transportation and food arrangements for accused persons, witnesses and victims.
With cybercrime and the misuse of artificial intelligence emerging as major concerns, the Chief Minister approved the engagement of IT consultants and cyber experts to strengthen the State Cyber Cell.
The meeting also cleared 'Safeguard MP', an AI-based platform aimed at improving the safety of elderly citizens, women and other vulnerable groups.
Preparations for Simhastha 2028 in Ujjain were also reviewed.
Stressing the need for long-term planning, Yadav said infrastructure developed for the religious congregation should continue serving the city even after the event.
"The control rooms and other arrangements for Simhastha should be established in a manner that ensures their lasting significance and impact. Ujjain is home to numerous holy sites, including the Baba Mahakal Temple; therefore, all arrangements should be developed as permanent infrastructure," Yadav said in a statement.
The meeting also reviewed proposals to establish the Madhya Pradesh Police Selection and Recruitment Board, deploy district-level Scene of Crime mobile units, and provide special allowances for VVIP duty.
Plans to strengthen the ATS, STF and Hawk Force through advanced training facilities were also discussed.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Investigation allowance is a great move! Police often spend from their own pockets during cases. But will it actually reach them or get lost in babudom? 🤔
Impressive that MP is thinking long-term about Simhastha infrastructure. Most govts only think about the event and forget the city afterwards. Hope they follow through!
Good to see focus on elderly and women safety with 'Safeguard MP'. But we also need strict implementation – laws are only as good as their enforcement. What about rural areas where cyber awareness is low?
Cyber experts and IT consultants? Hope they hire genuine talent and not just relatives of politicians. The cyber cell needs real hackers-turned-cops, not desk officers! 💻🔍
Interesting that they're also reviewing ATS and STF training. With extremism and cross-border threats, this is crucial. But these forces need modern tools, not just training halls.
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