[4][5][6][7][8][9] In the pristine and paradisiacal Andaman and Nicobar Islands, amidst the azure waters and lush greenery, lies a force unlike any other.

The Andaman and Nicobar Police, forged by history, shaped by diversity, and dedicated to service, is an embodiment of resilience, commitment, and pride.

The origins of the Andaman and Nicobar Police can be traced back to the 19th century during the British colonial rule.

The need for a suitable penitentiary far away from the mainland led to the establishment of a police force primarily tasked with managing the so-called mutineers, deserters, and rebels in A&N Islands.

In its nascent stage, the force closely followed a military pattern, reflecting the unique challenges of the remote islands.

This transition laid the foundation for the modern police force in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

The British re-occupied these Islands on 8 October 1945, and a fresh batch of officers and men, called the "Deputation Force,” mostly from Uttar Pradesh and Madras Police, was brought under the command of Mr. Littlewort, IP.

[8] Subsequently, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands experienced a considerable population increase, leading to a rise in crime rates and posing challenges to law and order.

The archipelago's unique physical isolation and remote nature exposed the A&N Islands to diverse threats, including poaching of marine and forest resources, illegal migration, and arms and drugs smuggling.

[13] The Priority areas are As of today, the police organisation in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is as follows: 1.

Seven sub-divisions: Port Blair, Bambooflat, Rangat, Diglipur, Havelock, Car Nicobar, and Campbell Bay.

15 Charlungta Badam Nallah Chainpur Interview Island Sagar Dweep Norcondum Karen Nallah (Police Post) Macachua Afra Bay The Police is also subdivided into various units whose functioning and collaboration is essential to maintain law and order, prevent crime, conduct coastal patrolling and surveillance, and maintain a watchful vigil in the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Fire Service The rank and hierarchical structure of the Andaman and Nicobar Police shall be the following: - 1.

[11][12] The original inhabitants of Andaman & Nicobar Islands were six aboriginal tribes, namely Andamanese, Jarawa's, Onges, Sentinelese, Nicobarese and Shompen's.

Nicobarese and Shompen's trace their descent from Mongoloid ancestry, inhabiting southern group of Nicobar Islands.

Jarawa tribes have lived within a few hundred square kilometres of tribal reserve in the middle of the largest Andaman Island, maintaining their independence and keeping civilization at bay.

The Bush Policemen were deployed on the outer peripheral fringes of Jarawa dwellings, keeping these tribesmen within their native areas and prohibiting other civilized individuals from entering these protected locales.

The primary objective of this convoy system is to safeguard the interests of the aboriginal Jarawa tribes residing in South and Middle Andaman.

Vehicles on the Andaman Trunk Road are permitted to move only during restricted hours and in convoys, adhering to notified speed limits.

This is to prevent potential road accidents and to minimize any chance of interaction between travellers and the Jarawa community.

Proactive preventive measures and innovative police practices, combined with heightened security, have proven highly effective in reducing crime in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

The utilization of advanced technology for detection and investigation has significantly minimized opportunities for criminals to evade capture.

The implementation of robust security policies and targeted awareness campaigns aimed at dissuading criminal activities has been instrumental in maintaining peace in the region.

However, various threats plague the islands such as drug abuse, bootlegging, drownings, illegal timber trafficking, poaching and porous borders, which create security risks.

Infrastructure The commitment of the A&N Police to safeguarding the region's natural resources and maintaining security has driven continuous improvements in their capacity and effectiveness.