CHENNAI: After successfully arresting a ATM robbery After receiving an important tip-off from Namakkal, the gang kerala policeTamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin has called for greater coordination among police forces across the state.
He stressed that the growing threat interstate crimeincluding drug smuggling and cybercrimeand urges joint efforts to strengthen public security and dismantling criminal networks.
“The gang was involved in similar thefts across Kerala and fled Thrissur. tamil nadu police Immediately issue an alert to the relevant countries. I commend the Tamil Nadu and Kerala police for their prompt action. This successful operation exemplifies the coordination and proactive measures these meetings aim to promote,” Starling said.
solve southern regional police coordinating committee At the SRPCC meeting, Starling emphasized the complexity of cybercrime and emphasized the importance of cooperation among countries to combat cybercrime.
“Tamil Nadu is at the forefront of taking swift action on complaints of cybercrime, but catching cybercriminals often requires police operations across national borders, which poses a major challenge,” he noted.
In 2023 alone, there were 1,390 cases in Tamil Nadu involving criminals from other states, many of whom were arrested within the state.
Stalin also expressed concern about the rise of “cyber slavery”, where young people are exploited and forced to commit online crimes.
“Many of our young people are being abused, both physically and mentally, by cybercriminals from other countries. It is vital that we strengthen our coordinated efforts to tackle these emerging threats,” he added.
The Chief Minister further outlined Tamil Nadu’s two-pronged approach to curb the sale and distribution of cannabis, emphasizing on stringent enforcement measures such as asset seizure, freezing of bank accounts, seizure of properties, heavy fines and stringent penalties.
The state has also prioritized awareness campaigns, especially around educational institutions, to prevent drug abuse.
“Tamil Nadu Police is spearheading economic action against drug related crimethereby weakening their financial backbone. However, these criminal networks often span multiple states,” he noted.
Stalin stressed the need to use modern technologies such as automatic number plate recognition systems, advanced cameras and other surveillance tools at border checkpoints to detect smuggled goods, illegal vehicles and criminals.
Senior officials participating in the event included Tamil Nadu Home Chief Secretary Dheeraj Kumar, Tamil Nadu DGP Shankar Jiwal, Karnataka DGP Alok Mohan, Kerala DGP Shaik Darvesh Saheb, Shalini from Puducherry Singh, Dwaraka Tirumala Rao from Andhra Pradesh and officials from Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
After the inauguration, officials visited the city’s main landmarks, including the Kaleña Centenary Park and the Kaleña Monument.
