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DGPs Meet In Indore For Simhastha Security

Top cops meet to discuss Simhastha security and anti-drug strategy.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 06 August 2026 at 06:00 am
DGPs Meet In Indore For Simhastha Security

The western regional coordination meeting of Directors General of Police (DGPs) is scheduled to take place in Indore on August 7.

The meeting will be attended by the DGPs of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Union Territories, along with their respective teams.

The primary focus of the meeting will be to address critical issues related to the upcoming Simhastha events in Ujjain and Nashik, scheduled for 2028 and 2027, respectively.

Discussions will also cover a range of topics, including cybercrime, crimes against women, and the evolving modus operandi of drug traffickers.

The meeting aims to enhance interstate coordination, intelligence sharing, and joint operations against major smugglers.

According to Additional Director General of Police (Intelligence) A Sai Manohar, the conference will strengthen coordination among states and pave the way for large-scale joint operations against organised drug trafficking networks and other organised criminal networks.

The meeting assumes significance in light of the directives issued by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to make the country drug-free.

The primary objective of the meeting is to formulate a unified strategy for effective action against interstate drug syndicates and other criminals.

The Simhastha events, which are scheduled to take place in Ujjain and Nashik, are expected to attract large crowds, and the meeting will focus on ensuring the safety and security of attendees.

The meeting will also discuss the expanding network of synthetic drugs, surveillance of border areas, and other critical issues related to law and order.

Overall, the meeting is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing cooperation among states and addressing the growing threat of drug trafficking and other organised crimes.

The meeting is a significant step towards making the country drug-free, as envisioned by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

It is expected to have a positive impact on the law and order situation in the region and will help to ensure the safety and security of citizens.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the DGPs meeting in Indore?

The meeting aims to discuss Simhastha security and formulate a unified strategy against interstate drug syndicates.

Which states will participate in the meeting?

The DGPs of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Union Territories will participate in the meeting.

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