Gujarat to launch tourist police stations in Gir Somnath, Dwarka, Dang
Gujarat will establish dedicated tourist police stations in three key districts — Gir Somnath, Devbhumi Dwarka, and Dang — as part of a state-wide push to enhance visitor safety and convenience, following a high-level review chaired by State Police Chief Dr K.L.N. Rao in Gandhinagar on 29 April. The initiative, to be implemented under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, marks the first phase of a broader plan to modernise police services at major tourist destinations across the state.
What the First Phase Covers
The three districts selected for the first phase — Gir Somnath, home to the iconic Somnath temple and the Gir National Park; Devbhumi Dwarka, a prominent pilgrimage site; and Dang, a tribal and eco-tourism district — collectively draw millions of domestic and international visitors annually. At locations where police outposts already exist, authorities will upgrade current facilities into ultra-modern tourist police stations, making optimal use of available resources rather than building from scratch.
Key Features of the Initiative
Officials at the meeting discussed the introduction of specially designed uniforms for personnel deployed at these stations, along with a unique logo for police vehicles, enabling tourists to easily identify and approach officers for assistance. At major tourist sites, container-based help desks and kiosks will be installed to provide immediate support and on-ground information to visitors. All Superintendents of Police have been instructed to develop a central interactive tourist police application, aimed at offering tourists access to essential information and security-related services on a single platform.
Infrastructure and Manpower Plans
The meeting stressed the need to ensure adequate manpower at each tourist police station, alongside procurement of new vehicles and development of the necessary infrastructure to support operations. The proposals were formulated in line with the recommendations of the DG and IG Conference, signalling institutional backing for the rollout. The meeting was attended by the IGP (Administration) and Superintendents of Police from all three districts.
What the Police Chief Said
Dr K.L.N. Rao stated,
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Gujarat tourist police stations announced in 2025?
Gujarat has announced dedicated tourist police stations in Gir Somnath, Devbhumi Dwarka, and Dang as the first phase of a state-wide visitor safety initiative. The plan includes upgraded facilities, specially designed uniforms, container kiosks, and a centralised tourist police app.
Which districts will get tourist police stations in Gujarat first?
The first phase covers Gir Somnath, Devbhumi Dwarka, and Dang — three of Gujarat's most prominent tourism districts. Existing police outposts in these areas will be upgraded into ultra-modern tourist police stations.
What is the Gujarat tourist police app?
All Superintendents of Police have been directed to develop a central interactive tourist police application that will give visitors access to essential information and security-related services on a single platform. The app is part of the broader initiative to improve police visibility and accessibility for tourists.
Who is overseeing the Gujarat tourist police initiative?
The initiative is being implemented under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, following a high-level review chaired by State Police Chief Dr K.L.N. Rao. The meeting was attended by the IGP (Administration) and Superintendents of Police from all three districts.
When will the Gujarat tourist police stations become operational?
The police department has indicated the programme will be expedited in the coming period, though a specific operational deadline has not been publicly announced. Sectoral infrastructure, manpower deployment, and vehicle procurement are all part of the rollout plan.
