Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General (Retired) K. T. Parnaik chaired a high-level review meeting at Lok Bhavan in Itanagar to assess the measures being undertaken by the State Police for the safety and protection of women and children.

The Governor stressed the need to strengthen the Directorate of Prosecution. Calling for a “whole-of-state” approach, he urged the active participation of all sections of society, including Gaon Buras, community leaders, educational institutions, parents and civil society organisations.

He said Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police must take up the issue in mission mode and ensure coordinated efforts at the district level.

Deputy Inspector General of Police (Crime), Dr Joy Tirkey, presented a detailed overview of crimes against women and children in the state. He also briefed the Governor on “Project Abhaya – A Strategic Police-Public Trust, Awareness and Community Safety Initiative.”