Bengaluru: Home Minister K J George on Wednesday claimed that the naxal movement was restricted to just a few pockets in the state.
The state government would continue with the naxal rehabilitation package, he told reporters during a visit to the KPCC office here.He also appealed to naxals to join the mainstream of society as the state government would act tough against anyone trying to disrupt law and order.
He said, “Compared to other states, Maoist activities in the state are very minimal.” The police have been keeping a close watch on naxal movements in the state, he said and added, “Barring one or two stray incidents, no major naxal-related violence has been reported in the state in the last two years.”
Replying to questions, he said the Chikmagalur deputy commissioner has come to the conclusion that the killing of cattle trader Kabeer by Anti-Naxal Force personnel last year was a case of mistaken identity. George said the department has directed ANF personnel to exercise extreme restraint in tackling such situations in future.
On April 19 last year, ANF personnel had gunned down the cattle trader at a check-post in Chikmagalur district.
Transfer of Police Inspectors
Meanwhile, George said that Police Inspectors, who have served in Police Commissionerate of Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru and Belagavi for over 5 years, will be transferred to other places.
He said that Police Inspectors, who have served for over 5 years at one place, will be posted elsewhere, including the CID and other special wings of the Department.
Continuing, he said that night life period in Bengaluru has been extended. Also the DG and IGP and the Home Secretary have been asked to submit a report on withdrawing the services of orderlies posted at residences of senior Police Officers.
Stating that the Police Department has received many representations seeking extension of night life period in five star hotels, the Minister said that the government was considering the matter.
Referring to promotion of constables, George said that promotional disparities among Police Constables serving in different wings, will be set right.
Announcing that 11,500 more houses will be built for Police personnel across the State, the Home Minister said Rs. 27 crore has been released to resolve the problems in the distribution of rations to Police personnel.
