Delhi Police
Law enforcement agency in Delhi, India / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Delhi Police (DP) is the law enforcement agency for the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Delhi Police comes under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.[6][7] In 2024, sanctioned strength of Delhi Police was 83,762(including I.R. Battalions)[6] making it one of the largest metropolitan police forces in the world.[8] About 25% of Delhi Police strength is earmarked for VIP security.[9]
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Delhi Police | |
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Abbreviation | DP |
Motto | Shanti Seva Nyaya (शांति सेवा न्याय) Peace Service Justice |
Agency overview | |
Formed | 1861; 163 years ago (1861) (originally founded as a security force under the British rule) 16 February 1948; 76 years ago (16 February 1948) (renamed as Delhi Police)[1] |
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Employees | 83,762 |
Annual budget | ₹11,397.98 crore (US$1.4 billion) (2024–25)[2] |
Jurisdictional structure | |
Operations jurisdiction | Delhi, IN |
11 revenue districts of Delhi | |
Size | 1,484 km2 (573 sq mi) |
Population | 21,490,000 |
Legal jurisdiction | As per operations jurisdiction |
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Operational structure | |
Headquarters | Jai Singh Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
Elected officer responsible | |
Agency executive | |
Facilities | |
Stations | 198 (including 20 specialized) |
Helicopters | 1[3] |
Website | |
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