Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday inaugurated the Bharatpol portal, a new platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of law enforcement agencies (LEAs) in India when seeking international assistance through Interpol for criminal investigations.
The portal is designed to simplify the process for Indian agencies to request the issuance of ‘Red’ Notices and other colour-coded alerts against fugitives wanted for crimes in India.
In his address during the launch, Shah said, “‘Bharatpol’ has been launched here today. Bharatpol will take our country’s international investigations to a new era. CBI was the only agency identified to work with the Interpol but with the launch of Bharatpol, every Indian agency and all states’ police will easily be able to connect with the Interpol… We will be able to bridge gaps and work efficiently to control crime.”
The home ministry underscored the government’s ongoing commitment to empowering law enforcement by stating that the Bharatpol portal would significantly improve coordination between central law enforcement agencies and state police forces.
By facilitating real-time information sharing, the portal promises quicker access to international police assistance.
“This is a landmark day as the Bharatpol portal, developed by the CBI, will enhance the global reach of our investigation agencies, fulfilling the government’s vision of a secure Bharat for all,” Shah noted during the event, which coincided with the CBI investiture ceremony. As part of the event, Shah also awarded police medals to 35 CBI officers for their exemplary service.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) serves as India’s national central bureau for Interpol, playing a crucial role in facilitating international cooperation in criminal matters.
How BHARATPOL is Beneficial?
The Bharatpol portal, which was developed by the CBI, will now streamline communication between various Indian agencies and Interpol, making it easier for them to collaborate and tackle crimes that cross international borders. The portal is expected to significantly improve coordination between the CBI, Interpol liaison officers (ILOs) at the central, state, and union territory levels, and other unit officers.
Previously, communication between these bodies relied on traditional methods such as letters, emails, and faxes, often resulting in delays and inefficiencies.
A spokesperson from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) highlighted the urgency of the new platform, stating, “The growing threat of transnational crimes—such as cybercrime, financial fraud, online radicalisation, organised crime, drug and human trafficking—demands rapid and real-time international assistance.”
Bharatpol aims to address this demand by providing a centralised digital platform that enables all stakeholders to connect seamlessly.
The portal is designed to be a transformative tool for field-level police officers, enabling them to combat crimes more efficiently by granting them quicker access to international support. By speeding up the process of obtaining international assistance, Bharatpol is set to bolster India’s efforts to tackle transnational crime effectively.
The launch event was attended by several dignitaries, including senior officers from the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), and other central police organisations.
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