New District Collector hears grievances of public

Steps will be taken to reduce crime rates, says new DIG, Salem Range

July 01, 2019 10:31 pm | Updated 10:31 pm IST - salem

District Collector S.A. Raman taking note of a grievance from a senior citizen after taking charge in Salem on Monday.

District Collector S.A. Raman taking note of a grievance from a senior citizen after taking charge in Salem on Monday.

S.A. Raman took charge as Salem District Collector on Monday and heard the grievances of public.

Mr. Raman also distributed various welfare assistance worth ₹ 1.80 lakh to differently-abled persons.

Deputy Inspector General of Police Pradip Kumar assumed office as DIG, Salem Range. Mr. Pradip was formerly DIG, Madurai Range.

Speaking to reporters, Mr. Pradip said that steps would be taken to reduce crime rates and ensure smooth movement of traffic. He added that emphasis would be given to reduce road accident fatalities and steps would be taken for compliance of helmet and seat belt rule.

Police Commissioner T.Senthil Kumar also assumed office here. Mr. Kumar was formerly DIG, Salem Range, and he was promoted to the current post in a recent reshuffle. Mr. Senthil Kumar said that steps would be taken to reduce fatal accidents and initiatives taken by former Commissioner would be continued.

Also, S. Senthil, who was formerly with Prohibition Enforcement Wing, took charge as Deputy Police Commissioner (Crime and Traffic) here on Monday.

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