Polity & GovernancePrelims + Mains
Implementing ₹24,000-crore scheme to modernise police, Centre tells Supreme Court
Centre announces ₹24,000-crore Police Modernisation Mission over five years for State and Central police forces. Supreme Court was informed amid concerns over non-functional CCTV cameras. Challenges: fund underutilisation, maintenance gaps, manpower shortage, and lack of police reforms. Success depends on outcome-based funding, lifecycle maintenance, reforms, and citizen-centric accountability.
