Why in the News?

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Bharatpol, a groundbreaking portal developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

What is Bharatpol?

Bharatpol is a unified digital platform designed to enhance collaboration between Indian law enforcement agencies and Interpol, which connects police forces across 195 member countries.
It simplifies international police cooperation, replacing outdated modes of communication like letters and faxes with real-time digital tools.
Goal: Equip Indian law enforcement agencies with modern technology and techniques to track fugitives and address global crime challenges.
Why was it developed?
- Rising transnational crimes necessitate real-time international assistance.
- Facilitates faster investigations into crimes such as cybercrime, drug trafficking, organized crime, and online radicalization.
Features of Bharatpol:
- Integrates CBI’s role as Interpol’s National Central Bureau (NCB-New Delhi)
- Simplified Request Mechanism
- Rapid Information Dissemination
- Utilization of Interpol Notices
- Capacity Building and Training

Connect: Acts as a digital extension of Interpol’s NCB-New Delhi, ensuring seamless and secure communication between Indian agencies and Interpol.
INTERPOL Notices: Simplifies the process of issuing and managing Interpol Notices, ensuring swift action on international alerts.
References: Streamlines the use of global criminal data, enabling faster investigations.
Broadcast: Allows real-time sharing of requests and updates from Interpol’s 195 member countries.
Resources: Facilitates the exchange of documents, training materials, and capacity-building resources.

Bharatpol extends Interpol’s reach in India, connecting local police to global law enforcement networks.
It allows instant transmission of critical information, enhancing the efficiency of investigations and international cooperation.
It simplifies the process for Indian agencies to access Interpol’s 19 databases on crimes, criminals, and stolen assets.
It ensures a structured approach to tracking fugitives and resolving international cases.