Rural SP sets up WhatsApp groups in over 2,200 villages
They are creating WhatsApp groups for every village and urban ward, aiming to foster continuous communication with the residents.
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These dedicated groups will serve as a vital tool for the police to gather feedback directly from the citizens and disseminate important information and awareness messages on various issues.
SP Patil said that with over 2,200 villages in the rural district, a WhatsApp group is being established for each, as well as for urban wards. "Each group will be monitored by a police personnel who will not only get regular feedback, but also conduct in-person meetings with the residents.
This proactive approach will significantly contribute to maintaining law and order, as well as aid in crime prevention and detection," Patil said.
Each WhatsApp group will comprise 200 to 1,000 members, including villagers, the police patil and influential community figures such as teachers, lawyers, traders, and doctors. This direct engagement through WhatsApp is expected to bridge the gap between the public and the police.
Furthermore, these active members will effectively become the "eyes and ears" of the rural police, providing crucial local intelligence.
These groups will be useful for spreading information among people about different matters. "The process to form the groups has started and soon the entire rural district will be covered. The population of the rural district is approximately 50 lakh, covered by 40 police stations. A sizeable number of people in the rural district will thus be in contact with the police," Patil said.
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