Corps of Military Police (India)

The Corps of Military Police (CMP) is the military police arm of the Indian Army. It is responsible for maintaining discipline, preventing crime, and ensuring the security of personnel and property within the Army. The CMP is also involved in traffic control, ceremonial duties, and assisting civil police in maintaining law and order during emergencies.

Role and Responsibilities:

The primary functions of the Corps of Military Police include:

• Maintenance of Discipline: Enforcing military law and regulations, ensuring order and good conduct among Army personnel.
• Prevention of Crime: Investigating and preventing crimes within the Army, including theft, fraud, and violence.
• Security: Providing security for Army installations, personnel, and sensitive materials.
• Traffic Control: Regulating traffic movement within Army areas and convoys.
• Ceremonial Duties: Participating in parades, guard of honour, and other ceremonial events.
• Assistance to Civil Police: Providing assistance to civil police in maintaining law and order during natural disasters, civil unrest, and other emergencies.

Organization:

The CMP is organized at various levels within the Indian Army, from headquarters to individual units. Military Police units are attached to formations and establishments across the country.

Training:

Personnel of the CMP undergo specialized training in military law, police procedures, investigation techniques, and other relevant skills. They are also trained in unarmed combat and the use of weapons for self-defense and maintaining order.

Distinctive Features:

The CMP is easily identifiable by its distinctive red beret, white lanyard, and MP armband. They also use marked vehicles for patrol and traffic control duties.