The registration of an e-FIR via email in Awantipora marks another milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s digital policing journey. Just days ago, an FIR was registered via WhatsApp in Handwara, and now an email complaint has led to formal police action in Khrew. These developments reflect a progressive shift toward a more accessible, efficient, and people-friendly law enforcement system.
For decades, lodging an FIR was often seen as a cumbersome process, requiring victims to visit police stations and navigate bureaucratic hurdles. This digital transformation ensures that law-abiding citizens no longer have to struggle to get justice. The police are now just a message away, making the legal system more responsive and transparent.
While this is a welcome change for the common man, it also signals a warning for criminals. The age of evading the law due to procedural delays is coming to an end. With digital FIRs becoming the norm, thieves and thugs must brace themselves—their countdown has begun. The noose of law is tightening, and justice is now swifter than ever.
The authorities must continue strengthening this initiative, ensuring that all police stations adopt digital FIR mechanisms. Moreover, public awareness campaigns should be launched so that citizens fully understand how to use these digital tools. A more accessible police force means a safer society, and with technology on its side, Jammu and Kashmir is setting an example for the rest of the country.
