Steps by U.P. for police reforms:
- A three-member commission will be constituted to give recommendations for strengthening and modernisation of police.
- By the end of 2019, 1.25 lakh constables will join the force after training, ending their shortage. It will also address problem of their leave and they will be able to perform their duties without any tension.
- To enhance the morale of the force and ensure good work culture, the State government has made special emphasis on their time-bound promotion.
- The government is planning to double the capacity for training constables. Help of Central Paramilitary forces and other States will also be sought for training capacity enhancement.
- The State government has already increased compensation to the family of a martyr from ₹20 lakh to ₹40 lakh, besides hiking the amount given to their parents to ₹10 lakh.
