Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi, April 1: The Chief Justice of India NV Ramana said on Friday that police should stand by ethics and integrity.
Speaking at a function of the Central agency, he also said that the Central Bureau of Investigation, through its actions and inactions is suffering from questions on its credibility.
According to the News agency ANI, he said, “People hesitate to approach Police in times of despair. Its image is tarnished due to corruption, Police excesses, lack of impartiality and close nexus with the political class. Often police officers complained of being harassed after regime change.
“Police should reclaim social legitimacy and public trust by breaking nexus with the political executive and should stand by ethics and integrity. It stands true for all institutions,” he added.
At a lecture on “Democracy: Role and Responsibilities of Investigative Agencies”, CJI pointed out the issues affecting the Policing system.
“Lack of infra and manpower, inhuman conditions at lowest levels, lack of modern equipment, questionable methods of procuring evidence, officers failing to abide by the rulebook and lack of accountability of officers are issues that are affecting the policing system,” he said.
