Overview On December 29, 2025 , Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the permanent building of the Guwahati Police Commissionerate and a city-wide surveillance system in Guwahati. The projects, developed at a total cost of ₹292 crore , aim to enhance security and improve law enforcement in the region. Key Developments Inauguration of Guwahati Police Commissionerate Building The ₹111-crore , 10-storey building of the Guwahati Police Commissionerate was inaugurated in the Khanapara area. This permanent structure will house all branches of the Guwahati Police and provide seating for 400 officers , along with a library and archive. Launch of Intelligence City Surveillance System (ICSS) The Intelligence City Surveillance System (ICSS) , developed at an investment of ₹181 crore , was also inaugurated. This system includes 2,000 CCTV cameras and 60 citizen safety and alerting systems , significantly enhancing the security apparatus of Guwahati. Exhibition on Naveen Nyaya Sanhita An exhibition on 'Naveen Nyaya Sanhita' was organized by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Assam Police to create awareness about the new criminal laws among the public. The exhibition showcases the key features, objectives, and implementation of the newly enacted legislations. Other Key Points First Police Commissioner: Guwahati got its first Police Commissioner on January 1, 2015 . Environment-Friendly Structure: The new building features 100% rain water harvesting , water and sewage treatment plants, and solar panels generating 42.3 KW of electricity. Foundation Stone: The foundation stone for the new Police Commissionerate was laid on January 5, 2023 , by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma . Mobile Forensic Vans: 39 mobile forensic vans were flagged off under the Assam Police. Political Statements Amit Shah urged the people of Assam to elect a government that will work against infiltration and for the development of the state in the upcoming Assembly polls. He claimed that Assam has made significant progress under the BJP regime. UPSC Relevance This event is relevant to GS3 (Internal Security) , GS2 (Governance) , and GS3 (Infrastructure) . It highlights the government's efforts to improve law enforcement, enhance urban security, and develop infrastructure in the Northeast region. The discussion on infiltration also connects to issues of internal security and border management. Important Facts The Guwahati Police Commissionerate building cost ₹111 crore . The Intelligence City Surveillance System (ICSS) cost ₹181 crore . The ICSS includes 2,000 CCTV cameras . Guwahati got its first Police Commissioner on January 1, 2015 . The foundation stone for the new Police Commissionerate was laid on January 5, 2023 .