CHENNAI: Greater Chennai Police (GCP) has launched a new ‘Anti-Corruption Special Cell’ to ensure transparency and prevent bribery within the department.
In a statement, GCP Commissioner A Amalraj said that while the majority of police personnel, from constables to senior officers, perform their duties honestly and without taking bribes, the actions of a few individuals bring disrepute to the entire department. To prevent such incidents and strengthen public trust, the new special unit has been formed.
Through this cell, members of the public can directly report if any police personnel demand a bribe to perform their official duties.
Citizens can contact the Anti-Corruption Special Cell at 78717-23000. Complaints can be made either through a direct call or via WhatsApp. The identity of the complainant will be kept strictly confidential, police said.
“All information received will be thoroughly investigated and immediate action will be taken against those found guilty,” GCP stated.
The Commissioner has also appealed to the public not to offer bribes to police personnel for any service. He said that police work is meant to serve the public and should be done without any monetary exchange