The role of women in law enforcement is indeed crucial, particularly in addressing and preventing crimes against women.
Their unique perspectives and abilities can contribute significantly to the investigation process and in understanding the nuances of such cases. Empowering female police personnel with adequate resources, training, and support can enhance their effectiveness in these roles.
Furthermore, their presence can also encourage more women to come forward and report incidents, knowing they will be met with empathy and understanding.
The commitment of the government to address the challenges faced by women in the police force is a positive step towards creating a more inclusive and responsive law enforcement system.
Khiangte said the government was determined to solve the problems of women police officers and personnel.
“The government will provide help on policy-making, basic amenities and infrastructure based on priority… Women police officers and personnel should get better facilities and security at the workplace,” he said.
This two-day conference will help the government in making various decisions regarding the service and security of women police officers and personnel, he added.
The number of women police personnel in the state should be as high as possible, and it was being considered to increase it, Khiangte said.
He said that at present only 5 per cent of the total police force in the state is women.
Efforts were being made to increase this through recruitment, he added.
Director General and Inspector General of Police Anurag Gupta said that soon there will be a woman police officer in every police station.
Also, there will be women police station in-charges in city police stations.