As many as 573 Armed Reserve (AR) police constables—223 women and 350 men—have been reallocated from the City Armed Reserve (CAR) headquarters to various departments within the Hyderabad Police Commissionerate.
This move, announced by Commissioner of Police C.V. Anand, aims to bolster the city’s policing capabilities, improve public safety and enhance operational efficiency.
The reallocated constables have been assigned across 71 law and order police stations (284 constables), the traffic wing (225), special branch (25), task force (25), Hyderabad-Narcotics Enforcement Wing (8) and the cybercrime wing (6).
Prior to their attachment, the constables underwent a rigorous three-week training programme on key aspects of modern policing, including legal knowledge, public interaction and operational duties. This was followed by an interaction between Mr. Anand and the constables at the ICCC Building in Banjara Hills.
Speaking at the session, Mr. Anand emphasised the importance of the constables’ new roles in maintaining law and order in Hyderabad. “This reallocation is a step towards addressing the severe shortage of civil police personnel, which has been impacting patrolling and station-level duties. Your work will play a pivotal role in ensuring peace and security across the city,” he said.
He also reminded the constables of their responsibility to work closely with the public. “As civil police officers, you must demonstrate patience, tolerance and professionalism. Your duties involve interacting with diverse communities, and your conduct will be crucial in fostering trust and cooperation,” he added.
Mr. Anand highlighted the broader implications of effective policing, noting its role in fostering economic growth and attracting investments to Hyderabad. “A peaceful city attracts investments, boosts GDP and enhances our reputation. Strengthening the Hyderabad Police Commissionerate is integral to achieving these goals,” he explained.
Addressing operational expectations, the Police Commissioner urged the constables to remain alert and proactive in their duties. “Your vigilance at the field level is vital. Any incident or information, however small, must be reported to higher authorities immediately. Traffic management, in particular, requires focus to prevent jams and ensure smooth movement,” he advised.
He also stressed the importance of building rapport with local communities. He concluded by advising the constables to be approachable and friendly, especially with the elderly and residents in their assigned areas. “Your actions on the ground will set the standard for public trust in our department,” he said.
Published – January 19, 2025 08:21 pm IST
