Jammu: In a landmark step towards digital policing, Police Station Basantgarh has registered the first-ever electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) in Udhampur district following a complaint lodged via WhatsApp. The complaint was filed by Muzfar Hussain S/O Mohd Ashfaq R/O Basantgarh.
According to the complaint, the incident occurred on 28-02-2025 at around 8:30 PM when the complainant discovered that 20 iron angles, valued at ₹1,000 per piece (total ₹20,000), were stolen from his shop located at Panara Route, Basantgarh. Due to continuous rainfall since yesterday, the shop remained closed. However, upon reopening it today, the complainant noticed the missing items and searched the premises thoroughly but could not locate the stolen iron angles.
In response to the complaint, Police Station Basantgarh swiftly registered the e-FIR, marked as FIR No. 05/2025 under Section 303 of BNS. This milestone highlights the commitment of Sub Division Basantgarh towards embracing technology for efficient policing and ensuring a people-centric approach to grievance redressal.
This historic achievement underscores the increasing integration of digital platforms within law enforcement, setting a precedent for faster and more accessible justice delivery mechanisms in the region. The District Police is actively conducting awareness programs on New Criminal Laws (NCL), encouraging people to come forward and report any cognizable offense through digital means.