Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, has directed to take strict steps to deal with the emerging white-collar terror module. Along with this he stressed on rapid adoption of modern equipment and training to counter tech-enabled threats and also stressed on modern equipment and intelligence-based policing for a secure Ladakh.
Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has called for a strong and technology-driven policing framework to counter the growing threat of white-collar terror modules. He said these are networks that operate through funding channels, logistical support and sophisticated planning rather than through overt acts of violence.
Addressing the concluding session of a two-day state and union territory level conference on dissemination and implementation of the Conference-Recommendations 2025, organized by the Ladakh Police at Choglamsar in Leh, the Lieutenant Governor stressed that white-collar terror modules represent an emerging security challenge and require better intelligence gathering, financial-trail tracking, cyber vigilance and seamless coordination between agencies. He stressed the need for rapid deployment of modern investigative equipment and advanced training so that the police force is fully equipped to counter unconventional and technology-enabled threats.
Lieutenant Governor laid emphasis on strengthening the security infrastructure of Ladakh
The Lieutenant Governor said that the unique realities of Ladakh – its strategic location, challenging climate, limited connectivity and rapidly changing security environment, require a shift from traditional policing to technology-enabled, intelligence-based and community-participatory proactive policing.
Describing the conference as an important platform to strengthen the security framework of Ladakh, he stressed on immediate adoption of modern investigative tools, advanced training and data-driven decision making so that the police is fully prepared to counter emerging, tech-enabled threats.
Lieutenant Governor spoke on the increasing challenges of fundamentalism
The Lieutenant Governor also highlighted the growing challenge of radicalization and urged the police to give priority to community engagement, awareness campaigns, educational outreach and early intervention mechanisms to protect the youth and social harmony of Ladakh. Outlining a roadmap for a secure Ladakh in line with the national vision of a developed India, he said the region’s security architecture should be built on strong intelligence systems, cyber vigilance, modern infrastructure, AI-powered surveillance, geospatial intelligence, advanced communication tools and strong community partnerships.
He emphasized that for modern policing, there is a need to continuously upgrade the skills through structured training programs, field exercises and digital learning platforms like iGOT, so that the Ladakh Police personnel can adapt to the changing situations and remain strong.
Ladakh Police will emerge as a model for the country – Lieutenant Governor
Recognizing the important role of Ladakh Police in tourism management, public order and border security, the Lieutenant Governor said that ensuring the safety of tourists and vigilant border policing is very important for the security and economic development of the Union Territory. Describing the discussions of the conference as action-oriented and result-centric, the Lieutenant Governor urged the officials to formulate clear, measurable and implementable recommendations. Assuring full support from the Union Territory administration, he expressed confidence that Ladakh Police will develop into a modern, accountable and citizen-centric force and emerge as a model for the country.
Ladakh DGP mentioned PM Modi’s instructions
Earlier, DGP Ladakh Dr SD Singh Jamwal in his address informed about the All India DGP/IGP Conference 2025 held in Bhubaneswar, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi had directed that the recommendations of the conference should be disseminated and implemented in the states and union territories to improve policing skills and efficiency.
He said recommendations related to Ladakh – such as disaster management, crime control, cyber crime, tourist safety, law and order efficiency, technology platforms for better policing and new criminal laws – were shared and discussed with the participants during the two-day conference.
What was the summary of the conference?
Principal PTC Stongsar Altaf Shah presented the summary of the conference, highlighting the implementation of DGP/IGP recommendations, iGOT Karmayogi training, NATGRID, CCTNS 2.0, disaster management with UTDRF, modern anti-riot and crowd control techniques, narcotics screening tools, tourist safety through Julle Tourist App and the role of AI and OSINT in strengthening Ladakh policing.
DIG in charge of Leh-Karigal range gave information
Leh-Kargil Range in-charge DIG Vikas Kumar informed the Lieutenant Governor about the objectives of the two-day conference, while DGP Staff Officer Farhan Jahanzeb Nakash proposed the vote of thanks. Those present on the occasion included IG NWF ITBP Akoon Sabharwal, Principal District and Sessions Judge Leh Spaaljes Angmo, senior police officers, judicial officers and resource persons.
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