BHARATPOL:
SCHEME
NEWS: Amit
Shah launches Bharatpol: how this portal aims to help probe transnational
crimes
WHAT’S IN THE NEWS?
Bharatpol, launched by
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is a CBI-developed platform aimed at enhancing
communication and collaboration among law enforcement agencies in India and
globally, integrating Interpol resources to combat cross-border crime
effectively.
Inauguration of Bharatpol
- Launch: Initiated
by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.
- Developed by: Central
Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- Objective: To
strengthen cooperation among state police and law enforcement agencies for
combating crime.
Key Features of Bharatpol
- Technological
Integration
- Supports all
law enforcement agencies for seamless communication.
- Functional
Modules:
- Connect
Module:
Real-time sharing of Interpol notices and resources.
- Broadcast
Module:
Structured transmission of Interpol-related requests.
- Resources
Module:
Manages documents and supports capacity building.
- Global
Collaboration
- Inspired by
Interpol’s concept for international crime control.
- Facilitates
assistance from 195 countries for addressing cross-border crimes.
- Enhances
response mechanisms for transnational crime.
- Real-Time
Interface
- Ensures
effective communication between agencies for crime control.
- Tracks
fugitives and criminals attempting to evade law enforcement.
Key Remarks by Home
Minister
- Bharatpol
will expedite assistance for international requests, including cases of
fleeing criminals.
- Integration
with Interpol enhances law enforcement's operational efficiency.
- Modern
systems like Bharatpol streamline justice delivery against criminals.
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/what-is-bharatpol-amit-shah-launched-9765386/