Jammu and Kashmir Police Files First e-FIR via WhatsApp

The Jammu and Kashmir Police achieved a milestone by registering its first electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) using WhatsApp. This digital breakthrough involved a complaint by Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar, accusing two individuals of assault. The incident marks a significant step towards integrating technology into law enforcement for efficient justice delivery.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has made history by registering its first electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) following a complaint submitted via WhatsApp.

The incident unfolded when Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar, a resident of Kupwara working for the State Road Transport Corporation, reported being assaulted by two individuals during his journey from Tarathpora to Srinagar.

This pioneering move signifies a major step towards incorporating technology into law enforcement, paving the way for more efficient and accessible justice delivery in the region.