Mumbai’s newly-appointed police commissioner Vivek Phansalkar on Thursday took charge as the city’s 77th police chief. The 1989 batch officer said that the Mumbai Police is considered one of the top police forces across the world and he will ensure that it maintains that reputation. Phansalkar replaced IPS officer Sanjay Pandey, who retired on Thursday and was given a farewell ceremony earlier in the day.
While addressing the media, Fansalkar said, “We will ensure that law and order is maintained and work is done on prevention of crime. The city has been a victim of terror attacks in the past and we will remain vigilant. Issues like traffic conditions will also be a priority.”
The former Thane police commissioner said the police will ensure that there is an environment where citizens feel safe.
When asked whether the initiatives like ‘Sunday Streets’ started by his predecessor Pandey would continue, Phansalkar, who was earlier the chief of Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad, said, “The initiatives which have received good response from the people are continuing. Will stay However, at the same time we also have to see that there is no inconvenience to the police.
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He said that they would also take steps to ensure the safety of women and take regular action on such cases.
Pandey, who frequently uses his Twitter handle to interact with people, put out a note after handing over the assignment to Phansalkar. He said, “Being the Commissioner of Police for the city of Mumbai is a complex role. In my brief tenure, I have worked hard for an incredibly resilient police force to be just and fair and to provide honest and fair policing to the citizens of our beloved city. have tried. “
The note said, “To me, seeing the satisfaction with justice and fairness on the face of a civilian whose misfortune is either at the end of law enforcement or is to be achieved is truly rewarding. Satisfaction in the eyes of members of the force.” The joy of watching is irreplaceable. I go into both cases with a wealth of satisfaction.”