THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Now onward, if cops come across any drunkards lying on the roadsides, they will turn a blind eye. They will pass by without bothering to attend them. In case any policeman goes to attend him, he may face action.

This changed approach follows the DGP’s new set of instructions, which asks policemen not to rush help to drunkards on road. The instruction was given recently in the meeting held in the presence of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

The meeting, held in Thrissur police academy in the new year, was attended by SHOs and Station writers. The police men were also told to avoid cases of custodial torture and custodial deaths.

“Those who create mischief after drinking a lot should never be taken to the police stations, especially during night hours. Instead, the fracas should be resolved through the mediation of neigbours and relatives.

Habitual offenders and those providing threat to society should be provided treatment as per norms," instructed the DGP.

Other instructions
1)There should be help desk in all stations for women, senior citizens. PROs should function properly and all complaints reaching stations should be addressed properly
2)CCTV cameras should be properly positioned in stations and lock-ups; This will be monitored by the control room in DGP office.
3)Vehicle inspection should be held in a gentle manner. Commuters travelling with family should not be hampered.

4)There should be no compromise in the security of women and children

5)Women and children should not be called to the police station. Women police officers should visit their house and collect details

6)Patrolling should be intensified to protect the life and property of people

7)Corruption or other ill behaviour should not be tolerated