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Bureau of Police Research and Development Foundation Day
- 02 Sep 2024
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Recently, the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) celebrated its 54th Foundation Day in New Delhi, highlighting significant developments in criminal law and police modernization.
- New criminal laws were highlighted at the event. These laws are victim-centric and aim to deliver justice rather than mere punishment.
- The event honoured the recipients of the President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and the President's Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) for 2023 and 2024.
- The BPR&D was established on 28th August 1970 under the Ministry of Home Affairs, with the mission to provide a new direction to the then-existing Police Research and Advisory Council, founded in 1966.
- It aims to address police issues, promote systematic studies, and integrate science and technology into policing methods.
- Initially, it comprised two divisions: Research, Statistics, and Publication, and Development. In 1973, the Training Division was added to enhance police competencies, followed by the establishment of the Directorate of Forensic Sciences in 1983 and the inclusion of Correctional Administration in 1995.
- The bureau is headed by an Indian Police Service officer of the rank of Director General, who is assisted by the Additional Director General.
- The Special Projects Division of the BPR&D addresses critical areas focusing on emerging issues such as anti-human trafficking, gender concerns, and matters related to minority and SC/ST communities.
- BPR&D Publications: Indian Police Journal, Data on Police Organisations and Sajag Bharat & Vigilant India Magazine.
