Cyber crime emerging as the biggest challenge facing police: senior IPS officer
A senior Indian police officer warns that cybercrime is becoming the country's most significant security threat, driven by AI-powered scams and organized syndicates. He emphasizes the need for improved public trust and digital literacy to combat evolving threats like digital arrests.
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As digital fraud becomes more sophisticated, law enforcement agencies must shift from traditional models to proactive, tech-integrated, and community-focused strategies.
A multifaceted approach is necessary to curb the evolving challenges of cybercrime, as it bypasses traditional security models, IPS officer Dhruva Kant Thakur said on Sunday. Mr. Thakur, a U.P. cadre officer, who was recently honoured with the President’s Medal (PSM), said cybercrime would be the biggest challenge for the country over the coming decade. He added that the Jantar Mantar protest has shown that law enforcement needs a people-friendly approach to improve trust between police and citizens.
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