MPL News Live – Itanagar Arunachal Pradesh
“Assam Police Introduces Helplines for Arunachal Travellers Facing Harassment”
MPL News Live
September 8, 2024
Itanagar Arunachal Pradesh
Assam Police has launched dedicated helpline numbers to address complaints from commuters of Arunachal Pradesh, who have frequently reported harassment while traveling through Assam. This initiative, led by the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) for the Northern Range, aims to ensure the swift redressal of grievances, specifically in the Sonitpur, Biswanath Chariali, and Lakhimpur districts.
The newly established helplines include:
- Sonitpur District: Helpline – 6026901052, WhatsApp – 7002993711 (for multimedia complaints).
- Biswanath District: Helpline – 6026900206, Alternate Number – 6026900186 (DSP HQ).
- Lakhimpur District: SP Lakhimpur – 6026900825.
The Assam Police have received multiple reports from Arunachali commuters about alleged harassment by Assam Police personnel during their travels. To combat this issue, the Superintendents of Police in the Northern Range have been instructed to ensure a prompt and effective response to any calls made to the helpline, ensuring that travelers’ concerns are addressed immediately.