In response to the rising number of cybercrime cases, Madhya Pradesh Police has taken a significant step to strengthen its investigation capabilities by preparing a dedicated group of trained personnel for digital crime handling.
A total of 1,086 “cyber warriors” have been selected from newly recruited constables through a special cyber-focused examination. For the first time, recruits graduating from police training centres will be directly deployed into cybercrime investigation roles. The initiative was approved by Director General of Police Kailash Makwana following a proposal by Additional Director General (Cyber) A. Sai Manohar.
Currently, around 4,000 constables are undergoing training across 8 police training centres in the state. Out of these, the selected 1,086 recruits are receiving specialised cybercrime training.
Once training is completed, they will be deployed across state cyber police units, district cyber desks, and police stations. They will handle digital investigations and also take on field responsibilities.
The training program covers multiple aspects of cybercrime. It includes legal frameworks such as the Information Technology (IT) Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Indian Penal Code (IPC), along with the role of first responders. Recruits are being trained in digital evidence handling, including chain of custody, hash values, and seizure procedures.
Technical training includes banking and telecom data analysis, cyber investigation methods, storage devices, internet basics, and email fraud detection. They are also learning investigation techniques like IP tracking, log analysis, mule accounts, fake SIM identification, social media content blocking, and mobile forensics.
The program also focuses on practical learning through case simulations, crime scene handling, financial investigations, and social media evidence collection. Additionally, recruits are being trained to use government platforms such as the 1930 cyber helpline, Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS), and National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) systems.
At present, there is no separate cyber police cadre in the state, and frequent transfers from cyber units affect investigation continuity. To address this, the department has started training dedicated cyber personnel in batches.
Unlike earlier police training focused mainly on law and order, this 9-month program includes specialised cyber investigation modules. With training set to conclude in May, these cyber warriors will be deployed immediately, strengthening the state’s cybercrime response.
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