Madhya Pradesh Police Accelerates Singhst-2028 Preparations with Master Trainers Seminar

State-Level Master Trainers Seminar Boosts Singhst-2028 Preparations

In a move to accelerate comprehensive preparations for Singhst-2028, one of the world's largest religious congregations, a state-level 'Singhst-2028: Training of Trainers (ToT) Course' seminar was organized on Friday at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Center in Bhopal. The primary objectives of this event were to review ongoing training programs for Singhst preparations, evaluate training progress in districts, share field experiences, and strategize for the implementation of improvements and innovations across the state.

The seminar was attended by 303 master trainers from across the state, senior police officials, representatives from training institutions, and officials associated with Singhst-2028. Addressing the gathering, Director General of Police (DGP) Shri Kailash Makwana stated that Singhst-2028 is not merely a religious event but a grand spiritual congregation. He described the success of this event as a test of the professional competence, sensitivity, and coordinated working style of the Madhya Pradesh Police.

Focus on Modern Technology and Recruitment for Singhst Security

DGP Shri Makwana emphasized that the Madhya Pradesh Police has been working on Singhst-2028 preparations in a planned and phased manner for the past three years. He also referenced the training concept developed based on suggestions received from a brainstorming session and a seminar of subject matter experts held in Ujjain in February 2026. Significant decisions, including the Police Duty Portal, eHRMS-based Human Resource Management, cyber security plans, and special training modules, were made during a high-level review meeting in April 2026. This seminar represented the next step in these efforts, reviewing training activities undertaken so far and determining the future action plan.

The DGP further informed that a detailed Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the development of necessary police infrastructure for Singhst-2028 has been prepared and submitted to the government, receiving approval. Several key projects are currently in progress. He stressed the importance of modern technology-based policing and developing a coordinated working system among various departments.

The eHRMS (Electronic Human Resource Management System) developed by the Police Headquarters is in its final stages and will enable more organized and effective management of duty, deployment, and human resources for thousands of police officers and personnel during Singhst. He also mentioned valuable experiences gained from the successful organization of the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh-2025. Police officials studied the arrangements, crowd management, traffic control, and other best practices implemented there, which are now being incorporated into the Singhst-2028 preparations.

Shri Makwana stated that two phases of 'Training of Trainers' (ToT) programs have been conducted to train the police force, resulting in the preparation of 303 master trainers across the state. These trained officers and personnel are now providing role-based training to thousands of police officers and employees in their respective districts.

Enhancing Police Force Capacity and Recruitment Process

DGP Shri Makwana highlighted the significant increase in the police force's capacity due to the approval for recruiting 8,500 personnel in 2025 and 9,662 in 2026, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav. He noted that the recruitment process for over 18,000 posts will provide trained human resources for Singhst-2028 and future law and order requirements. He also mentioned that recruitment for sub-inspector and subedar cadres, which has been pending for a long time, will commence training soon. The role of police training institutions will become even more crucial in the coming times, and efforts will be made to enhance their capacity.

Recalling the 2004 Singhst, Shri Makwana stated that despite limited resources, that event was successfully conducted through excellent planning and better coordination. He asserted that with today's technological resources and modern training systems, the Madhya Pradesh Police is far more capable. He clarified that during Singhst-2028, crowd management, traffic control, disaster management, inter-state coordination, and rapid response systems will be the most critical areas receiving special attention and comprehensive preparation starting now.

Emphasis on the Role and Service Spirit of Master Trainers

DGP Shri Makwana described the role of master trainers as the most critical foundation for the success of Singhst-2028, as the police personnel they train will directly perform their duties in the field. Therefore, he emphasized that training should be viewed not just as a formal process but as a means to develop the efficiency, discipline, sensitivity, and spirit of service within the police force. He called upon all master trainers to instill in every police officer the understanding that duty during Singhst is not just an administrative responsibility but a meritorious opportunity to serve millions of devotees in the city of Mahakal.

He expressed confidence that through modern technology, better training, robust infrastructure, effective coordination, and public participation, the Madhya Pradesh Police will establish Singhst-2028 as a safe, well-organized, technology-enabled, and exemplary event. He concluded by thanking the organizers, senior officials, and all participants, stating that the success of Singhst-2028 will be a testament to the collective commitment, foresight, and dedication of the Madhya Pradesh Police.

Incorporating Experiences from Other States and Practical Training

During the seminar, Shri D. Prakash, Director General of Railways, Uttar Pradesh, shared his experiences from the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh-2025. He stressed the effective utilization of best practices from that event in the preparations for Singhst-2028, stating that the success of any large event depends on trained human resources, adequate budget, availability of resources, and effective coordination.

Mr. Prakash deemed the role of master trainers extremely important and suggested making training more practical and situation-based, developing multi-level communication systems, adopting arrangements like holding areas, one-way movement, color-coding, and marshalling, and developing a robust information system for rapid control of rumors and misinformation.

Shri Upendra Jain, Special Director General, Economic Offenses Wing, stated that performing duty during Singhst-2028 is not just an administrative responsibility but a meritorious opportunity to serve millions of devotees. He specifically emphasized developing a spirit of service, sensitivity, and a positive attitude in training. He advised each trainer to ensure practical training on the geographical conditions of the Singhst area, crowd and traffic management, disaster response, public address systems, modern technology, command and control centers, and alternative communication systems.

He identified separate action plans for bathing festivals, peak hours, and emergency situations, along with better coordination among all agencies, as the basis for a safe and accident-free Singhst.

Mrs. Renuka Mishra, Director General, Uttar Pradesh, strongly emphasized the human aspect of policing, stating that the success of any religious event is determined not just by security arrangements but by the experience of the devotees. She called for adopting the concept of 'Police Service, Not Police Force' and urged that every devotee should be treated with respect and sensitivity. She appealed to the trainers to train the police force not only in procedures but also in service, responsibility, self-discipline, and positive thinking, so that Singhst-2028 can be a safe, well-organized, and memorable experience for every devotee.

During the program, Shri Ravi Kumar Gupta, Special Director General (Training), and retired Special Director General Shri Sarabjit Singh shared their thoughts on various dimensions of training, leadership abilities, practical training, and experience-based learning.

In the afternoon session, a panel discussion on 'The Need for Innovation in Training' featured Shri Navneet Bhasin, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Ujjain Range; Shri Vineet Kapoor, PSO to DGP; Shri Pradeep Sharma, Superintendent of Police, Ujjain; Shri Ramji Shrivastava, Deputy Director (MPPA), Bhonri; and Mrs. Manisha Pathak Soni, Superintendent of Police, PTS Ujjain. They presented their views on innovation in training, the use of technology, and practical exercise-based training systems. This was followed by a session on 'Feedback, Suggestions, and Experience Sharing Regarding Training in Districts'.