Police Commissioner: Quality of service built on compassion, not just numbers

Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed has stated that the quality of service provided to the public is not determined solely by the number of officers available, but by the compassionate and responsible enforcement of legal duties in collaboration with the community. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the newly constructed police station in Kumundhoo, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed said that as the number of officers increases, the contingent in Kumundhoo will also be strengthened. He acknowledged public concerns that operational priorities may affect other services, but assured that police will not neglect any legal responsibility. "The quality of service provided to the public is not based solely on the number of officers. Instead, what matters is to fulfil legal responsibilities with compassion and wisdom, working together with the public within established principles," the Commissioner said. Noting that Kumundhoo is generally a low-crime island, the Commissioner urged local officers to remain vigilant and work daily with care to maintain community safety. Recalling past difficulties when police had to operate from council offices or rented rooms in the atolls, the Commissioner said that today marks the beginning of a new era where the public will receive full service from permanent police facilities. Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed expressed gratitude to the Kumundhoo council and residents for their support and sacrifice, which enabled the rapid completion of the station. He also thanked the government of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu for prioritising police infrastructure development and building modern stations on police-owned land in islands lacking such facilities. Additionally, he thanked Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihsan for his close oversight and support. Concluding his remarks, the Commissioner called on police personnel to consult with the council and the public when setting annual targets and planning services, ensuring that the community receives the service it requires.