An IPS officer has the power to arrest, detain, interrogate and prosecute any offender or suspect. They can issue warrants, search and seizure orders, and conduct raids and investigations.
They have the authority to use force or firearms if necessary to maintain peace and security. They can also take preventive measures and initiate action against anti-social elements.
An IPS officer has the power to enforce law and order in his/her jurisdiction. They can issue orders and directions to the subordinate police staff and the public. They can impose curfews, prohibitory orders, restrictions, and regulations to prevent or control riots, violence, crimes, and disturbances.
An IPS officer has the power to command various central security organizations such as CBI, National Security Guards, CRPF, etc. They can lead and supervise these organizations in their operations and functions.
An IPS officer has the power to inspect smuggling, drug and human trafficking activities in their area. They can monitor and check the movement of goods and people across borders and boundaries. They can also crack down on illegal networks and syndicates involved in these crimes.
An IPS officer has the power to maintain border security in their area. They can guard and protect the international borders and coastal areas from infiltration, terrorism, smuggling, etc.
An IPS officer has the power to avert terrorism in their area. They can detect and prevent terrorist activities and plots.
An IPS officer has the power to keep an eye on cyber-crimes in their area. They can investigate and prosecute cyber-crimes such as hacking, phishing, fraud, identity theft, cyber-bullying, etc.
An IPS officer has the power to lead and train subordinate police staff in their area. They can recruit, appoint, transfer, promote, discipline, and motivate the police personnel under them.
An IPS officer has the power to coordinate with other civil services such as IAS, IFS, etc. for effective administration. They can work together with them on various issues such as development, governance, welfare, disaster management, etc.