Action if complaint is received; uniform mandatory and no sitting inside official vehicle: DGP's directive regarding vehicle inspection

THRISSUR: It is against the law for the police to stop a vehicle for inspection and then call out, "Eda, come here...". Police officers should go to the vehicle and check the documents instead. The DGP clarified this in a Right to Information application. Action will be taken if a complaint is received against those who are checking vehicles while sitting in a police jeep. Vehicle inspection should not be carried out without wearing the uniform cap. The law requires officers and policemen from the rank of DySP and below to wear uniforms and caps while inspecting or collecting fines. The DGP said that a circular has been sent to all stations clarifying these matters. The police have the right to work without wearing a cap only in situations such as indoor work, emergency operations, mufti d