KATHMANDU, April 11: The 'Nepal Police Mobile Application', operated by Nepal Police for making citizen service and crime investigation effective by internalizing innovative development in the technology sector, has gained momentum.
With easy access to smartphones and other mobile devices, the use of mobile apps is also increasing. The 'Nepal Police Mobile App', which has been used to collect and disseminate information and messages, has enabled the general public to use the facility of providing information with location to the police whenever they become victims of or eyewitnesses to an incident.
Nepal Police Spokesperson, Deputy Inspector General Bhim Prasad Dhakal said it has helped the police to reach the spot and carry out their duties effectively.
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He said the mobile app has helped in crime investigation by getting authentic information like 'audio', photo and 'video'. Using this app, the general public can transmit photos, videos, audio and text based on the 'Global Positioning System' (GPS).
He shared, "The app has been launched on a trial basis with the objective of institutionalizing the work of Nepal Police as a technology-friendly service. At present, arrangements have been made to mobilize the police from the nearest police office immediately on the basis of complaints and information received through the police app in all 77 districts.
The app is useful for speedy dissemination of information about criminal activities, other incidents and accidents and information in the community, to control the criminals immediately and to maintain law and order.
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