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Industry Seeks Dedicated Nodal Officer to Strengthen Corporate-Police Coordination
Focus on Investor Confidence, Security and Ease of Doing Business
Pooja Srivastava | Anytime News Network
In a significant step toward strengthening collaboration between law enforcement and the corporate sector, a high-level delegation of industry leaders, led by Hasan Yakoob, Chairman of the International Confederation of Trade and Industry (ICTI) and Group Government Affairs Head of STS Group, paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Lucknow Police Commissioner.
The meeting focused on building a stronger partnership between industry and police to enhance investor confidence, improve public safety, and create a more business-friendly environment in Uttar Pradesh’s capital.
Security Drives Investment
Corporate representatives emphasized that a robust law-and-order framework is the backbone of sustainable investment and economic growth. Discussions covered corporate security, cybercrime prevention, employee safety, traffic management, public safety initiatives, and measures to further improve the Ease of Doing Business ecosystem.
Proposal for a Dedicated Nodal Officer
One of the key recommendations presented by Hasan Yakoob was the appointment of a Joint Commissioner of Police (JCP) or Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) as a dedicated nodal officer for the corporate sector. The proposed officer would function as a Single Point of Contact, enabling faster grievance redressal, seamless communication, and stronger institutional coordination between businesses and the police.
Leading Corporates Participate
The delegation included senior executives from some of India’s leading organizations, including HCL, PepsiCo, Vi, Genpact, Marriott, and TCS, reflecting the growing importance of collaborative governance in supporting industrial growth and investment.
Police Assures Continued Partnership
The Police Commissioner welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed Lucknow Police’s commitment to transparent, technology-driven, and citizen-centric policing. He assured the delegation that the department would continue working closely with industry stakeholders to ensure a safe, secure, and investment-friendly environment.
Shared Vision for Growth
The meeting concluded with a consensus to institutionalize regular interactions between the corporate sector and the police, promoting collaborative solutions to emerging challenges while positioning Lucknow as a preferred destination for business, investment, and innovation.
