Top brass of Haryana Police to convene at HPA Madhuban for high-level brainstorming on 2026 crime-management strategy

Key agenda points

Extortion calls and contract killings: In view of the rising menace of extortion and contract killings, particularly through the use of mobile networks and social media handles operated from jails or abroad, the police top brass shall deliberate on new preventive frameworks. The discussions will emphasise targeted surveillance, actionable intelligence-sharing, coordination with prison authorities, and adopting digital forensics to trace and neutralise extortion networks at the source.

Organised drug trafficking networks: “With the state police’s anti-narcotics campaign gaining nationwide recognition for its scale and innovation, the year 2026 will see a sharper focus on dismantling organised drug cartels operating across district and inter-state borders. The meeting will assess ongoing operations in hotspot districts along the Punjab, Rajasthan, and Delhi borders, and explore enhanced cooperation with NCB, BSF, and neighbouring state police units. Field best practices – ranging from the use of drones for surveillance to digital tracking of supply chains – will be shared during the session,” the police spokesperson added.

Cybercrime prevention and detection: “The emergence of new digital fraud models and cyber-based offences has necessitated a technologically competent and agile police response. Senior officers will present case studies on successful crackdowns in 2025 and propose measures for strengthening cyber police stations, integrating AI-based data analytics, and extending capacity-building for investigators. The 2026 roadmap will highlight citizen awareness campaigns, preventive digital hygiene, and faster redressal through cyber helplines,” the spokesperson said.

Mapping crime hotspots and security risks: The meeting will also review crime patterns that shaped 2025 – terror cells and radical elements in parts of the Mewat region and grenade incidents in select areas; narcotics and contraband movement in border districts adjoining Punjab and Rajasthan; urban extortion and organised rackets in metropolitan zones like Gurugram, Faridabad, and Sonipat; and vice activities such as illegal liquor, gambling, and drug dens that fuel local disorder. “An integrated intelligence grid leveraging both human and digital inputs will be outlined. District SPs will present data-backed reviews of hotspot trends and local interventions,” the spokesperson added.

Strengthening the ‘show and tell’ model: The spokesperson said the session will underline the evolving philosophy of projecting police work through the dual approach of ‘Show (Action)’ and ‘Tell (Communication)’. Officers will discuss how visible, impactful enforcement must be complemented with transparent communication to build public confidence. The Public Relations Wing and district media cells will be directed to enhance citizen outreach, digital storytelling, and quick factual responses to misinformation.

Forward strategy: “The DGP is expected to issue strategic directives post the brainstorming session, aligning 2026 policing priorities with a three-dimensional focus – law enforcement excellence, institutional synergy, and people trust-building. The outcomes from the Madhuban session will inform the State’s Annual Policing Plan and form the basis for operational targets across districts. The Haryana Police remain committed to maintaining peace, enforcing the law robustly, and ensuring that every district benefits from professional, technology-led, and community-connected policing,” the spokesperson said.