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With the objective of taking law and order and internal security to the next level, the Haryana Police has finalised a comprehensive crime and internal security roadmap for 2026. The new strategy lays special emphasis on ensuring “last-mile domination”, maintaining direct surveillance over violent offenders, enforcing stricter legal action against cybercrime, dismantling the financial backbone of drug trafficking networks, and neutralising potential terror threats at an early stage.
The roadmap was finalised at a high-level review meeting chaired by OP Singh, Director General of Police (DGP), at the Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban. The meeting involved a detailed assessment of crime trends in 2025, operational performance of the police force, and emerging security challenges confronting the state.
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‘Police Control Till the Last Mile’
Addressing senior officers, DGP OP Singh made it clear that Haryana Police’s core priority in 2026 would be intervening before crimes take place.
“Our message is unambiguous — in Haryana, the last mile will be dominated by the police, not by criminals. The rule of law is the state’s greatest strength and it will be enforced firmly,” he said.
As part of this strategy, the Special Task Force (STF) has been directed to maintain a live watchlist of 100 violent offenders across the state. In addition, each district has been instructed to place at least 20 high-risk criminals under continuous surveillance and preventive action. Officials said the objective is to disrupt contract killings, extortion rackets, gang wars and organised violence at the planning stage itself.
Financial Strike on Drug Trafficking
On narcotics control, the DGP underlined that enforcement would no longer be limited to arrests alone. The focus will shift towards improving conviction rates in commercial quantity cases, attaching illegal assets of drug traffickers, and seizing proceeds of crime to break the economic backbone of drug networks.
The meeting also welcomed the government’s decision to transfer responsibility for de-addiction and rehabilitation from the Social Justice Department to the Health Department. DGP Singh described this as a significant opportunity and directed officers to ensure that strict enforcement is complemented by accessible treatment and counselling infrastructure, particularly for vulnerable youth.
Cybercrime: Combining Law and Technology
Highlighting the growing sophistication of cyber offences, DGP Singh called for further strengthening of cyber helplines, district-level response units and digital forensic capabilities. He noted that modern cybercriminals are not only technologically adept but are often supported by expensive legal teams, making strong evidence and procedural rigour critical.
Officers were instructed to strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs), avoid technical lapses during evidence collection, and closely monitor court proceedings in major cyber fraud cases.
“From cyber fraud to drug networks and terror sleeper cells, we must remain at least three steps ahead of criminals on every front,” the DGP said.
Internal Security and Terror Threats
The review meeting placed special emphasis on identifying and neutralising terrorist sleeper cells operating covertly. DGP Singh cautioned that some local criminal elements could attempt to collaborate with Pakistan-based operatives to execute sensational crimes aimed at disturbing public order.
In the context of evolving geopolitical circumstances, officers were also directed to maintain heightened vigilance over suspicious movements and illegal activities, including cases involving Bangladeshi nationals. At the same time, the DGP stressed that all actions must be taken strictly within the framework of law and due process.
Police Stations as the First Line of Defence
Reiterating the central role of police stations, DGP Singh said they remain the first and most effective pillar of citizen security. All Station House Officers (SHOs) were instructed to translate training into action and ensure visible policing in crime-prone areas.
“The police station is where crime can be prevented before it is committed. Every SHO will be held accountable for ensuring that criminals are disrupted even before they strike,” he said.
Security Vision Aligned with ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’
Linking policing priorities with the Centre’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision, DGP OP Singh stated that a strong rule of law is Haryana’s defining strength and a key factor that makes the state attractive for investment and talent.
Senior officials believe that the 2026 roadmap — marked by close monitoring of violent offenders, strict legal follow-through in cyber and narcotics cases, and sustained vigilance against terror threats — positions Haryana to emerge as a model state for security and stability in the coming years.
