Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday called cybercrime a major threat in recent times, adding that criminal activities in the virtual world are a new generation war that needs effective monitoring and rapid response.
Addressing the Cum Passing-Out Certification Parade of three Police Deputy Superintendents on Probation and 583 Deputy Inspectors on Probation, including 30 women, at Sher-e-Kashmir Police Academy here, the LG said: “ Social media is being used to generate social conflict, the sole purpose of which is to spread sophisticated propaganda and disturb the peace. ”
The role of social media has come under scrutiny amid ongoing farmers’ protest on the Delhi borders, with the Center calling on Twitter to remove handles that it claims are selling misinformation and propaganda.
“Addressing these organized networks and apparatuses is crucial for a peaceful social order,” he said, adding: “I believe that to fight this gang of global networks, our young officers with experience in communication and technology will be a multiplying force.” He urged young police officers to effectively tackle new challenges such as cybercrime and radicalization, as it would prove to be a benchmark for their strength and ability.
The challenges will continue to change over time, he said, adding that “… from basic surveillance to crime on the dark web, from common crime to forensics, the area of his work will slowly expand.” The biggest deterrent to crime is the effective investigation and conviction of criminals, he said, adding that the way the investigation is conducted in Jammu and Kashmir is commendable.
Many of the cadets who pass out are graduates, with more than 50 engineers and more than 60 B.Tech holders. Some of them also have law degrees. Even during their training period, they were deployed in functions of the Covid-19 protocol, in addition to ensuring a smooth conduct of the DDC and panchayat elections.
Noting that public service and sacrifice are the proud legacy of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, LG said: “The feeling that an ordinary man should feel safe and live his life without any fear is in the DNA of JKP.” . He asked the fainting cadets to remember what their instructors had taught them during their training days and to perform their duties with sincerity and dedication after leaving the police academy.
Reminding them of their primary role in ensuring law and order in the UT after becoming active members of the police force, he said: “In addition to eradicating J&K terrorism, they are entrusted with the responsibility of gaining the trust of ordinary people. Honesty, integrity, hard work and dedication will help you to carry out your duties efficiently. “
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