About Bureau of Police Research & Development
The Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) is a central government agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs, established in 1970. Its primary objective is to modernize and reform policing in India by conducting research, developing best practices, and supporting the implementation of innovative policing techniques. The BPR&D focuses on areas such as training, technology enhancement, crime prevention strategies, and the development of new tools and methods for effective law enforcement. It plays a critical role in advising state and central police forces on issues related to policy and professional standards.
In addition to research and development, the BPR&D is also responsible for monitoring and evaluating police training institutions, promoting the use of modern technology in investigations, and organizing seminars and workshops for skill enhancement. It publishes reports, manuals, and case studies that serve as valuable resources for police personnel across the country. Through its initiatives, the BPR&D aims to build a professional, accountable, and community-friendly police force capable of meeting the evolving challenges of internal security and public safety in India.
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- +91-11-26734889
- +91-11-24362425 +91-11-24369825
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Bureau of Police Research Development (BPR & D)was established on 28th August 1970. At present it has 4 divisions namely, Research, Development, Training and Correctional Administration. Functions of Research Division are: Analysis and study of crime and problems of general nature, Prevention of crime-preventive measures, Improvements in methods of investigation, Inadequacy of laws, Police Uniform, badges, medals, decorations, colours, and flags, police drill, warrant of procedure etc, analysis of trends of crime. Functions of Development Division are: Review of the performance of various types of equipment used by the police forces in the country and development of new equipment, Application of IT in various fields of police work, Police publicity. Functions of Training Division are: To review from time to time the arrangements for Police training in India. Functions of Correctional Administration are: Analysis and study of prison statistics and problems affecting Prison Administration, prepare uniform Training Module, Publication of reports, newsletters, bulletins and preparation of Audio Visual aids, forming an Advisory Committee to guide the work relating to Correctional Administration.
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