UP Police Investigation Portal Wins SKOCH Award for Excellence in Police & Safety

In a significant recognition of technological advancement in law enforcement, the Uttar Pradesh Police’s ‘Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal’ has received the prestigious SKOCH Award at the national level in the “Police & Safety” category. Announced on April 9, 2025, the award celebrates the UP Police’s effort to modernize and streamline the investigation process using digital infrastructure. The portal, developed by the Technical Services Unit of the police department, plays a key role in tracking serious crimes, ensuring faster investigations, timely filing of chargesheets, and enhancing court trial efficiency. The initiative not only accelerates justice delivery but also contributes to rebuilding public confidence in the policing system.

Key Highlights of the Award-Winning Initiative

Award Recognition

• SKOCH Award conferred in the “Police & Safety” category.
• Recognizes the portal’s role in improving investigation and prosecution mechanisms through digitization.

Portal Features and Functions

• Developed by the Technical Services Unit of UP Police.

Focuses on identifying and tracking serious and sensitive crimes,

• Mafia-related offenses
• POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) cases
• Rape
• Other heinous crimes
• Ensures continuous monitoring of investigation timelines and chargesheet filings.
• Enhances transparency and accountability in the criminal justice process.

Impact and Achievements

• Over 85,000 convictions achieved through portal monitoring.
• More than 40,000 cases (older than five years) have been successfully resolved.
• Promotes swift and fair justice through efficient trial monitoring.
• Strengthens public trust in law enforcement and governance.

Acknowledgment of Key Contributors

• ADG (Technical Services) Naveen Arora presented the SKOCH Award to DGP Prashant Kumar.
• Developers Taru Mathur and Ankit Pratap Yadav received special appreciation for their contribution to the portal’s success.

Broader Significance

• Sets a national benchmark for police reforms using technology.
• Reinforces data-driven policing as a critical tool in modern law enforcement.
• Encourages other states to adopt similar models for judicial efficiency and crime control.