Mangaluru: Home Minister G Parameshwara has announced that every constable in Karnataka will soon be trained to handle cybercrime investigations. This statewide initiative has already been rolled out, with dedicated training units set up at each Superintendent of Police office. The goal, he said, is to ensure that all constables are well-versed in cybercrime detection and response.
The minister made the announcement during the launch of the Special Action Force (SAF) and while inaugurating 64 new police quarters in Mangaluru and 24 in Belthangady on Friday.
He noted that while 99% of murder cases in the state are being successfully solved and the overall crime rate is on the decline, cybercrimes are rising. This is largely due to all police stations now registering cybercrime cases and directing them to appropriate jurisdictions.
“To tackle this surge, we are working towards training all police personnel and equipping them with the necessary technology to efficiently investigate and crack cyber offenses,” Parameshwara stated.
On the police quarters project, the minister emphasized the government’s commitment to improving living standards for law enforcement personnel. Recalling his visit to a cramped police residence in Bengaluru, he said the poor living conditions prompted the government to begin constructing modern, well-equipped homes. Each new unit, costing ₹28 lakh, features two bedrooms, a living room, dining area, and modular kitchen.
Currently, only 40% of personnel are housed in official quarters, but the department aims to raise that to 80%.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao added that the SAF would enhance law and order in Dakshina Kannada. A peace meeting involving stakeholders from various sectors will also be convened soon in Mangaluru.
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