While Indonesia was under Dutch colonial rule, police duties were performed either by military establishments or … See more

The key tasks of the Indonesian National Police are to:
• maintain security and public order;
• enforce the law, and
• provide protection, and service to the community.… See more

The organization of the Indonesian National Police is hierarchical, headed by the POLRI general headquarters in Kebayoran Baru. There is no differentiation between the central organization with its regional components. … See more

The leadership elements headed not only the Police Force General Headquarters (Markas Besar Kepolisian Negara Republik Indonesia, abbreviated Mabes Polri) in Jakarta, but also the entire Indonesian National Po… See more

In the eyes of the people, the National Police force is "corrupt, brutal, and inept". Even becoming a police officer can be expensive, with applicants having to pay up to Rp 90 million, according to Indonesia Police Wat… See more

The standard issue sidearm to all Indonesian National Police officers is the Taurus Model 82 revolver in .38 Special. While police personnel attached to special units such as Detachment 88, Gegana and BRIMOB are … See more

The National Police Force of Indonesia had changes for uniform colours about 3 times, the periods are:
• Since first formed until mid 70s, the uniform colour was khaki like the current Indian Police… See more