CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Credits Police for Decline in Crime Rates in Assam

GUWAHATI: Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the strong measures taken by Assam Police against crimes and criminals are responsible for the substantial decline in crime rates, as the state witnessed no disruption in the smooth conduct of governance in the last few years.

Speaking at the Dikshant Parade of 70 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) probationers in the North Eastern Police Academy (NEPA) at Umsaw village in the Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya today, Dr Sarma said since assuming office, the present state government adopted a decisive goal to transform Assam, where crime is minimal and citizens can actively contribute to the state’s progress. He said that in coordination with the commitment of the government for a crime-free and drug-free state, Assam Police have been dealing with all forms of crime and their manifestations. He said that it is heartening that the police force has adopted a firm stance against criminals, thereby sending a strong message that there is no place for disruption in the state.

The Chief Minister said that DSPs play an important role in giving ground-level leadership to the rank and file of police and have a major contribution in maintaining law and order. He also asked them to uphold the highest standard of professional excellence, integrity and honesty, which will help them in meeting the expectations of the society, the government and the people they represent.

The Chief Minister said that the crime rate per lakh population in the state has significantly dropped from 349 in 2020 to 139 in 2024. The charge sheet rate has surged from 47.8 per cent to 66.7 per cent, while the conviction rate has increased to 22.9 per cent in 2024. Crimes against women have declined from 26,352 cases in 2020 to 5,555 in 2024. Stringent actions against child marriage offenders have led to a substantial rise in case registrations, from 138 cases in 2020 to 5,498 cases in 2023.

Dr Sarma also said that since 2020, Assam Police seized drugs worth Rs. 2,885 crore and destroyed over a thousand bighas of cannabis and opium cultivation. In 2024 alone, Assam Police registered 3323 drug-related cases, underscoring its firm stand against narcotics, a press release said.

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