He said measures would be taken to strengthen cordial relationship between police and the common man, adding, steps were being taken to improve culture of the police station and to facilitate masses. The IG said all possible steps were being taken for the welfare of the families of the martyrs and their welfare. He urged the officers to ensure safety of lives and property of the people and use their professionalism to meet the challenges of the future, adding that there was a system of punishment in the department under which incentives and rewards would be given in recognition of their services.
While those who were found guilty of negligence of duty would be punished under self-accountability. Earlier, he was greeted by a well-armed contingent of police.