Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday mooted the idea of “One Nation, One Uniform” for police, saying it is just a suggestion and he is not trying to impose it on the states.
Addressing Chintan Shivir of states home ministers virtually, the prime minister said, “One Nation, One Uniform” for police may happen, may not happen today, may take 5, 50, or 100 years, but let’s give it a thought”.
PM Modi asked the gathering to consider a single uniform for the police of the states of the entire country. This will not only ensure quality products due to the scale but also will give a common identity to law enforcement as citizens will recognize police personnel anywhere in the country. States can have their number or insignia.
“‘One Nation, One Police Uniform’, I am just putting forward this as a thought for your consideration”, he said.
Modi said it was “very important” to maintain a good perception of police and that the “wrongs here” should be addressed. He said police and intelligence agencies should cooperate with each other to ensure efficiency, better outcomes, and protection for the common man.
