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.
Focuses on identifying and tracking serious and sensitive crimes,
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | UP Police Investigation Portal Wins SKOCH Award for Excellence in Police & Safety |
| Award Received | SKOCH Award – Police & Safety Category |
| Awarded To | Uttar Pradesh Police |
| Portal Name | Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal |
| Developed By | UP Police’s Technical Services Unit |
| Key Crimes Tracked | Mafia-related cases, POCSO, rape, other heinous crimes |
| Convictions Achieved | Over 85,000 |
| Old Cases Resolved | More than 40,000 cases over five years old |
| Primary Benefits | Timely investigation, chargesheet filing, faster justice, improved court monitoring |
| Main Contributors | Taru Mathur, Ankit Pratap Yadav, ADG Naveen Arora |
| Presented To | DGP Prashant Kumar |
| Public Impact | Boosted confidence in law enforcement; improved law and order governance |
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