Hyderabad, Oct. 1 -- IPS officer Shivadhar Reddy took charge as Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) on Wednesday, October 1.

Reddy said he will stress the modernisation of the police department and recruitment during his tenure. Addressing the media regarding preparations for the upcoming local body elections, the DGP said, "We have a strong team and will make extensive use of technology at the ground level to ensure smooth conduct of elections."

Speaking of Maoism in Telangana, Reddy said that recently, Maoist leaders expressed willingness to give up the path of armed struggle. He urged the Maoists to be part of mainstream society. "Their ideology has failed, and those who surrender will be given necessary support," the DGP adde...