Kerala Police Officers' Association Condemns Protests Outside Homes

The Kerala Police Officers’ Association has expressed concerns over escalating protests and violence against police personnel, especially those staged outside their private residences. The association has called for stronger legal protections for officers and urged the government to address the issue, emphasizing the dedication of the police to lawful duties.

The Kerala Police Officers' Association (KPOA) has raised alarms over the increasing violence and protests against police personnel, particularly those occurring outside their private residences. In a resolution at its state committee meeting, the KPOA labeled these actions as indirect calls to assault officers, undermining law enforcement efforts in the state.

The association, without naming specific political leaders, condemned protests planned outside officers' homes linked to alleged custodial torture cases. The KPOA urged the state police chief to refrain from deploying personnel for residential protection but instead to pursue legal action against those responsible for such protests.

KPOA highlighted a trend where controversies involving political organizations lead to accusations aimed at the police as a deflection tactic. The resolution called on the government for enhanced legal safeguards for police officers, reiterating the force's commitment to lawful policing and human rights protection.

(With inputs from agencies.)