Andhra Pradesh CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu pays tributes to police martyrs on the event of Police Commemoration Day 2025, organised on October 21, 2025, on the sixth Battalion in Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Speaking on the event, Mr. Naidu mentioned that sustaining correct regulation and order is important for attracting investments and fostering confidence amongst industries. “The police ought to create worry amongst criminals throughout the State, and the federal government will stand firmly behind them,” he mentioned.
Mr. Naidu recalled that the police have at all times been on the forefront in defending residents, typically risking their very own lives. “They could seem arduous and strict, however they’re the primary responders to any public drawback,” he famous, appreciating the division’s selfless service. He cited situations of compassionate policing, together with a constable from Penamaluru Police Station who purchased slippers for underprivileged faculty college students.
Emphasising on modernisation, the Chief Minister mentioned that criminals are utilizing superior applied sciences to commit crimes, and the police should improve their techniques and abilities to remain forward. “Visible policing and invisible police must be inspired,” he mentioned, including that factionalism should be suppressed with an iron hand.
Referring to the State’s rising funding local weather, Mr. Naidu mentioned that international firms like Google had proven confidence in Andhra Pradesh’s governance. However, he alleged that some political leaders have been making an attempt to create disturbances to hamper investments.
He additionally condemned current incidents, together with the burning of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s statue, stating that the police acted well timed and established the proof by CCTV footage. Referring to a automobile accident of former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy in Guntur through which an individual died, the Chief Minister mentioned that they ignored victims, however police personnel rushed them to hospitals, demonstrating their humanitarian spirit.
The Chief Minister additional urged police to behave sternly towards the unfold of misinformation on social media. “Social media has grow to be an enormous problem as there aren’t any editors or auditors. Misuse of those platforms should be curbed by sturdy authorized measures,” he mentioned. He additionally directed the police to take stringent motion towards all crimes, particularly these involving atrocities towards girls and kids.
On this event, Mr. Naidu launched the Police Martyrs’ Book, a compilation of particulars about police personnel who laid down their lives within the line of obligation. He handed over the primary copy to Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta.
Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha, who additionally attended the occasion, mentioned that the State authorities had established an Eagle Team to get rid of ganja cultivation in Andhra Pradesh. She famous that over 6,000 lacking girls had been traced by the police, whereas cybercrime models have been successfully tackling on-line fraud.
“The authorities is dedicated to strengthening the police power with fashionable expertise and coaching,” Ms. Anitha added.
The solemn ceremony was noticed with floral tributes being paid to the martyrs who made the last word sacrifice within the line of obligation.
Published – October 21, 2025 10:34 am IST








