The initiative taken by the East Singhbhum district police to distribute educational materials and essential items to the villagers in Bodam is an excellent example of community policing in action on the ground.
Community policing is a proactive approach that aims to build a strong partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community to create a safer and more secure environment.
This approach not only helps to reduce crime and maintain law and order but also strengthens the bond between the police and the community.
Often called the founder of modern policing, Sir Robert Peel is cited as saying: Community policing is not a program, it’s a philosophy.
This quote emphasizes the importance of community policing as a fundamental philosophy of law enforcement.
The recent community policing program organized by the Jamshedpur police is a step towards this philosophy.
By working together, the police and the community can create a safer and more secure environment for all.
It is essential that the community too understands the importance of its role in community policing. It must cooperate with law enforcement agencies and report any suspicious activity or crime. Similarly, the police must work towards building trust and respect within the community to create a strong partnership.
We must continue to prioritize community policing programs as a philosophy of law enforcement. By doing so, we can create a society where everyone feels safe and secure, and where crime prevention is a collective effort.
