UN agencies seek stronger security coordination with Uttar Pradesh police
A joint delegation from UNICEF and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security met the state's DGP to discuss staff protection.
A joint delegation from UNICEF and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) met Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna in Lucknow on Thursday to discuss security coordination.
According to The Times of India, the five-member team sought to strengthen protection for nearly 200 UN personnel and their families posted across the state.
The delegation included UNICEF Uttar Pradesh chief Zakari Adam, UNDSS security adviser Elias Legesse, Tara Prasad, Vilphin Vincent, and Rani Kumari. The group noted that 198 UN personnel and eligible dependants in the state are covered under the United Nations Security Management System.
Discussions focused on establishing institutional communication channels, real-time sharing of security inputs, and coordinated emergency responses. The meeting also reviewed the operational presence of UN agencies in Uttar Pradesh.
DGP Rajeev Krishna outlined law-and-order measures and assured the delegation of full cooperation and necessary support for UN staff, offices, and assets.