New Delhi, Nov 1 (NationPress) Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha has raised alarm over an alarming trend within the police department, where crime incidents reported to the Police Control Room (PCR) are not being transformed into First Information Reports (FIRs). This practice seems aimed at portraying lower crime rates.

Recent insights from a weekly crime review meeting revealed that numerous PCR calls concerning crimes were being dismissed or overlooked without proper registration as FIRs. The Commissioner firmly stated that such actions, which serve to manipulate official statistics, will face zero tolerance going forward.

To combat this issue, the Commissioner introduced several corrective actions. A significant measure includes enhancing the feedback process of the PCR Unit, where officers will directly consult with the complainants who called the PCR to ensure appropriate follow-up.

Moreover, the Commissioner emphasized the necessity of adequate staffing for the PCR unit to boost oversight and accountability.

Additionally, a newly reinforced “Green Sheet” system, which allows for cross-checking PCR complaint records against FIRs logged at police stations, will be monitored diligently each morning. Any inconsistencies identified between the records will be promptly escalated to senior officials for necessary actions.

An officer present at the meeting indicated a worrying trend of underreporting, with numerous complaints being suppressed at the district level.

While the Green Sheet has been functional for some time, police officials acknowledge the need for enhanced checks and innovative strategies to guarantee transparency. Plans are underway to bolster the staffing levels in the PCR unit.

A similar underreporting pattern has been identified in cybercrime cases. To enhance accountability, starting November 1, it is now compulsory to register an FIR for all cyber complaints related to financial fraud exceeding Rs 1 lakh.

A senior officer noted that the subject of underreporting has been a topic of discussion in the last two weekly meetings. During the latest session, Commissioner Golchha presented comparative statistics of PCR calls and FIR registrations, questioning district officers about the discrepancies.

The official remarked that the frequent crimes and incidents in the national capital are not accurately reflected in official statistics, clearly indicating that the recorded data by the Delhi Police fails to depict the true crime landscape in the city.