Union Home Minister Amit Shah Leads Discussions on National Security Strategies at 2024 Conference in New Delhi.
New Delhi:
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah chaired the second day of the two-day National Security Strategies Conference – 2024 in New Delhi today. The conference focused on enhancing counter-terrorism measures, improving coordination among security agencies, and addressing emerging national security challenges.
Amit Shah proposed a detailed strategy to bolster counter-terrorism efforts, which includes collaborating with international agencies and enhancing capacities to prevent terror financing. He stressed the need for improved cooperation between the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and State Anti-Terrorist Squads (ATSs) to strengthen the counter-terrorism framework. Shah expressed satisfaction with progress in anti-Maoist operations but cautioned states to remain vigilant in areas recently freed from armed formations.
In his concluding remarks, Amit Shah urged state Directors General of Police (DGsP) to align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a prosperous and developed India by 2047. He highlighted significant progress in addressing legacy national security issues like Jammu & Kashmir, Left Wing Extremism, and North-East insurgencies, while also emphasizing the need to tackle emerging challenges such as narcotics, rogue drones, and online fraud.
Regarding the implementation of new criminal laws, Shah called for protecting citizens’ constitutional rights and ensuring timely justice for victims. He stressed that the effective transformation brought by these laws requires a change in mindset, technological adoption, and seamless coordination. Shah directed DGsP to form teams of young police officers to facilitate the implementation of these laws.
Additionally, Shah encouraged young police officers to develop strategic solutions for combating various fraudulent financial transactions, including crypto and hawala. He urged DGsP to enhance internal security by utilizing advanced data analytics and new techniques, ensuring that central agency databases are fully leveraged.
