On edu visits to police stations, students learn about e-crimes and cop work

Panaji: Students from various schools have visited police stations to learn about cybercrimes, traffic rules, and day-to-day police functioning.North Goa SP Rahul Gupta said that as part of Goa police’s ongoing community engagement and student outreach initiatives, multiple police stations across North Goa hosted educational visits for school students.The aim was to foster trust, increase awareness about law enforcement, and sensitise students to pressing issues like cybercrimes, drug abuse, and traffic safety.Students from Panchakroshi High School, Alorna, Pernem have visited the Mopa airport police station. The students were introduced to various police personnel, including beat officers and office staff, and were informed about the station’s day-to-day functioning.“They were also sensitised to cybercrimes, traffic rules, and the new criminal laws. The interaction was highly engaging and allowed students to clarify their doubts in a friendly environment,” Gupta said.The Mapusa police station has hosted students from Dnyanprassarak High School and Janata High School, Bardez. The students received a briefing on the functioning of the police station.In another initiative, around 40 students from Kasturba Matoshri High School have visited the Panaji police station. Gupta interacted with the students, encouraging them to stay informed and make positive life choices, including pursuing meaningful and ethical career paths.These visits are part of Goa police’s broader commitment to engage with youth and promote responsible citizenship through awareness, education, and transparency in policing.