{Dignitaries, including Devendra Fadnavis, Dr Ravinder Singal, Adv Ashish Jaiswal, and others at the ceremony.}  {A total of 144 trained police dogs are participating in the meet. (Pics by Satish Raut) }  {A parade of 29 teams, including a contingent of BSF (above), representing various states became centre of attraction. (Pic: Satish Raut) }

 

 

 

 

Highlighting the need for active and modern policing, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that police must always stay two steps ahead of criminals in the digital age. He was speaking after inaugurating the 69th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) 2025–26 at Shivaji Stadium in the Police Headquarters. State minister Ashish Jaiswal, Director General of Police (DGP) Maharashtra and Chairman of the 69th AIPDM Sadanand Date and Chairman of the 69th AIPDM; Commissioner of Police (CP) Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, ADG CID Sunil Ramanand, ADG Madhukar Pandey and others were present on the dias. CM Fadnavis further said that the meet is not merely a competition but a platform for strengthening public trust and improving investigative quality through technological excellence. He also said that the BJP government has replaced colonial-era laws to protect the rights of Indian citizens.

 

“The role of police is no longer to rule over citizens but to serve them, with technology acting as a crucial force multiplier in tackling modern challenges like cybercrime and digital fraud,” said Fadnavis. He highlighted the recent inauguration of the Bhandewadi Police Station in Nagpur as a blueprint for future police stations, featuring modern amenities and advanced technology to enhance response times. Fadnavis added, “The very first Duty Meet was held right here in Nagpur and once again this year Nagpur has received the honour of hosting it.” The inauguration featured a parade and a ceremonial oath-taking by participants. While adressing the function DGP Date said that AIPDM serves as a ‘professional skill test’ in an era where criminals have become high-tech. CP Dr Singal delivered the vote of thanks. The meet will conclude on April 3, with a valedictory function presided over by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai. 

 

 

The prestigious event, hosted by the Maharashtra Police in coordination with the State CID and Nagpur City Police, has returned to Nagpur. A total of 29 teams representing various states, Union Territories, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) are participating, comprising 1,327 police personnel and 144 trained police dogs. The meet features competitions across six specialised disciplines: Scientific Aid to Investigation, Police Dog Competition, Computer Awareness, Police Photography, Videography and Anti-Sabotage Checks. These events, spread across venues like the Police Training Centre in Bajaj Nagar and SRPF Group four, include both written and practical tests designed to evaluate technical proficiency and field expertise.