The School of Internal Security and SMART Policing, Rashtriya Raksha University, in collaboration with Goa Police, inaugurated the pioneering Five-Day Residential Training Programme on Tourism Policing for police officials from Jammu and Kashmir, Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Andaman and Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and Goa. This program, organized under the tourism policing initiative, signifies an important step towards upskilling and reskilling police officials and capacity building in the domain of tourism.

The inaugural session was chaired by Chief Guest Shri Alok Kumar, DGP, Goa Police; Guest of Honor Shri K. R. Chaurasia, IGP, Goa Police; Shri Bhawani Sinh Rathore, Director, SISSP, Rashtriya Raksha University; Shri Vishram Borkar, SP Training, Goa Police; Mr. Vishal Katariya, RRU; and Mr. Aditya Bhushan, RRU.

The training program is inaugurated with the welcome address by Mr. Vishal Katariya, Junior Research Officer, the pioneering five-day residential training program on tourism policing, the first of its kind in the nation. Marking the creation of a specialized cadre, the address highlighted its significance in ensuring safe, sensitive, and professional policing for the tourism sector and emphasis on safeguarding visitors, addressing region-specific challenges, and supporting India's vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 through culturally aware and effective tourism policing.

Shri Bhawanisinh Rathore, Director of SISSP, in his speech retreated on the concept of ‘Atithi devo bhava’ and emphasized collective efforts towards upgrading the tourism ranking of the country. He highlighted the plan of action of the RRU with regard to tourism policing based on the problem statements and inputs received during the brainstorming sessions.

Shri Alok Kumar, DGP, Goa Police, highlighted the importance of infrastructural development and spreading awareness about cultural diversity and tradition. He explained the tourism ecosystem of Goa and the response mechanism of the Goa police on the issue and challenges of tourism. Further, he stated that the police should also focus on crimes committed by the tourists.

The 5-day training program on tourism policing, scheduled from September 15th to 19th, 2025, will cover topics related to tourism policing, tourist rights, emergency response, crisis management, soft skills, communication skills, cultural sensitivity & diversity awareness, health optimization, pollution control, conflict resolution, code of conduct, contemporary challenges, and the use of AI and technology for surveillance, including hands-on and practical sessions.

As the training program progresses, it is expected that the exchange of knowledge and expertise will significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the 78 participants from 5 different states and UTs, including Jammu and Kashmir, Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Andaman and Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and Goa. The program not only aims to impart advanced skills but also to foster a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding between the law enforcement agencies and the related stakeholders.

About Rashtriya Raksha University:
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) is an Institution of National Importance established under the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2020, focusing on education, training, and research in the field of policing and internal security. Located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the university aims to become a global leader in homeland security studies and research.

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