Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Saha highlights 8.3% crime reduction over two decades, calls for stronger BSF–Police coordination along Bangladesh border, boosts anti-drug and cybercrime efforts, and strengthens infrastructure during Tripura Police Week 2026.
Tripura has witnessed a steady decline in crime and significant improvements in law and order over the past two decades, creating a safer environment for residents and boosting tourism across the state. Against this backdrop of improved security, Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday emphasized the need to further strengthen coordination among various security forces, including the Border Security Force and the Tripura Police, to tighten vigilance along the Bangladesh border.
Addressing the Police Week function at the Manoranjan Debbarma Memorial Stadium on the outskirts of the city, the Chief Minister said that enhanced coordination among security agencies is essential to ensure effective security in border villages and to prevent cross-border crimes.
Tripura, which shares an 856-km-long international border with Bangladesh and is surrounded on three sides by the neighbouring country, remains highly sensitive to cross-border crimes, smuggling, illegal movements, and migration-related issues.
Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, said that the Tripura Police has been working with distinction in curbing crime, maintaining law and order, conducting anti-drug operations, preventing road accidents, and addressing various public safety concerns. Expressing confidence in the force, he said he firmly believes the police will continue this journey of excellence with dedication, integrity, and professionalism.
On the occasion of Tripura Police Week 2026, the Chief Minister observed the parade and paid tribute to brave police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty while performing their responsibilities with courage at different times.
The Chief Minister stated that Tripura is among the leading states in the country in maintaining a better law and order situation and noted that, due to the improved security scenario, tourist footfall has increased significantly in recent years. He claimed that the crime rate has been reduced by 8.3 per cent over the past 20 years and that police infrastructure across the state has been gradually upgraded.
Highlighting emerging challenges, Saha said police efforts have been intensified to tackle cyber crimes, including fake digital arrest cases, and that notable achievements have been made in curbing the drug menace. He added that his government has given the police a free hand to deal with all kinds of crimes and law and order situations, asserting that there would be absolutely no compromise with criminal activities.
Noting the legacy of the force, the Chief Minister said that the Tripura Police is among the oldest police forces in India, established 150 years ago during the princely rule in the state, and that it was awarded the prestigious President’s Colour on January 12, 2012.
The Chief Minister also flagged off 20 four-wheelers and 120 two-wheelers for police stations across the state, reiterating the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure for better public service delivery.
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On the occasion of the Police Week Parade, he handed over police medals to dedicated officers and personnel. In a social media post congratulating the awardees, the Chief Minister said that their dedication to public service would continue to inspire others and wished them success in their future endeavours
