The West Bengal Police is the law enforcement agency of the Indian state of West Bengal. It was established in 1861 under the British Raj.
The force is headed by the Director General of Police and its headquarters are located in Kolkata, the state capital. The West Bengal Police is responsible for maintaining law and order, preventing crime, investigating criminal cases, and protecting the lives and property of citizens.
The force is divided into various units such as the Criminal Investigation Department, Traffic Police, and Special Branch. The West Bengal Police also collaborates with other law enforcement agencies to maintain security in the state.
