"Major step towards boosting public safety, crime investigation": Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Raman Singh on launch of emergency response service
Raipur, May 19
Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Raman Singh hailed the launch of the next-generation CG Dial-112 emergency response service by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, saying that the initiative marks a major step towards strengthening public safety and crime investigation across the state. Minister Shah had also launched a fleet of mobile forensic vans for the Chhattisgarh Police.
The Assembly Speaker said on Monday that the '112' emergency service has been rolled out simultaneously at more than 400 locations across Chhattisgarh, while the mobile forensic vans will help preserve crucial evidence such as fingerprints, blood samples and clothing fibres that are often lost or contaminated soon after a crime scene is crowded.
The Speaker noted that the vans would help secure crucial evidence such as fingerprints, blood samples and clothing fibres, which are often lost or contaminated shortly after a crime due to crowd interference at incident sites.
Singh said, "This occasion marks the launch of a significant initiative: the distribution of the '112' emergency service across more than 400 locations throughout Chhattisgarh, all taking place simultaneously today. Furthermore, another pivotal step has been taken with the introduction of Mobile Forensic Vans."
He further stated that "These vans address the critical issue where evidence of a crime, such as fingerprints, clothing fibres, or blood samples, is often compromised or destroyed shortly after an incident occurs, particularly due to the arrival of crowds within the first hour."
Launched under the theme "Ekke Number, Sabbo Bar", the upgraded emergency response system integrates police, fire and medical emergency services under a single platform to provide quicker assistance during emergencies.
The 400 newly deployed emergency vehicles are equipped with smartphones, GPS systems, wireless radios, PTZ cameras, dash cameras, mobile NVR systems and solar backup facilities, enabling live monitoring, real-time tracking and faster communication during emergency response operations.
The service will operate round the clock using GIS-based monitoring, advanced vehicle tracking systems, SIP trunk technology and automatic caller location identification.
All 33 district coordination centres in the State have been connected to the network. Citizens will also be able to seek assistance through voice calls, SMS, email, web portal, WhatsApp, chatbot services and the SOS-112 India mobile application.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The mobile forensic vans are a game-changer. In our area, evidence gets ruined by onlookers within minutes. But I hope they train the staff well — without proper handling, even the best vans won't help. Still, a commendable step by the state government. 👏
Good initiative, but let's be real — implementation is everything. I've seen many such projects fail due to lack of maintenance and staff apathy. The GPS and cameras are great, but if the operators don't answer promptly, what's the point? Hope Chhattisgarh proves me wrong.
"Ekke Number, Sabbo Bar" — love the local flavor! This is exactly what we need in naxal-affected areas where quick response can save lives. The solar backup is a smart touch given our power issues in rural pockets. Let's see how the 400 vehicles are distributed — hope villages get priority. 🌟
While I appreciate the investment in technology, I worry about data privacy. All those cameras, GPS tracking, and live monitoring — who has access to this data? In India, we've seen misuse. The government should also publish a clear privacy policy. Otherwise, good intentions can backfire.
Having lived in Chhattisgarh's tribal areas, I know how hard it is to get any emergency help. This is a bold move, but connectivity issues in remote villages remain. What about regions with no mobile network? The WhatsApp and chatbot features are useless there. Need satellite-based backup too. 🏔️
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