In a proactive move to strengthen legal investigation procedures, senior police officials in Gariaband district organized a comprehensive offline and online training session for all investigating officers. The session focused on challenges and procedural gaps in handling cases under new criminal laws, NDPS Act, POCSO Act, Excise Act, Arms Act, and other key legislations.

The training was conducted under the guidance of District Prosecution Officer (DPO) Smt. Sheetal Dubey Thakur, Additional DPO Shri Vikas Toppo, and Shri Pradeep Belojiya, who provided detailed insights into common investigation errors and their legal remedies.

🧾 Key Focus Areas:

• New criminal law updates and their implications for field investigations
• POCSO Act procedures, especially in cases involving women and children
• NDPS Act compliance for narcotics-related cases
• Excise and Arms Act enforcement protocols
• Interactive Q&A session addressing real-time challenges faced by officers

DPO Smt. Sheetal Dubey Thakur highlighted the importance of accurate documentation, timely evidence collection, and gender-sensitive investigation practices. ADPOs Vikas Toppo and Pradeep Belojiya elaborated on technical aspects of narcotics, excise, and arms cases, ensuring officers are equipped to handle complex legal scenarios.

The hybrid format allowed maximum participation across the district, with officers actively engaging in discussions and receiving clear, actionable guidance from prosecution experts.

This initiative reflects Gariaband’s commitment to legal excellence, procedural integrity, and victim-sensitive justice delivery, especially in cases involving vulnerable groups and serious offenses.

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