BHARATPOL PORTAL – ADVANCING CRIME FIGHTING IN INDIA

PRELIMS BITS

Launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Bharatpol portal enhances India’s law enforcement by enabling real-time information sharing between state police, central agencies, and Interpol. Developed by the CBI, it aims to improve international cooperation, particularly in tackling transnational crimes such as cybercrime, human trafficking, and drug trafficking.

• Purpose: Streamlines requests for international assistance in criminal investigations, facilitating faster support from Interpol.
• Real-Time Sharing: Reduces reliance on traditional methods and improves coordination between various law enforcement agencies.
• Impact: Expected to boost operational efficiency, leading to more notices by Interpol and better law enforcement outcomes.

CBI Overview:

• Established in 1963, the CBI investigates anti-corruption, economic crimes, terrorism, and organized crime.
• Acts as the nodal agency for Interpol-related affairs in India.