Indonesian National Police

The Indonesian National Police (POLRI), founded on 19 August 1945 as the National Police Agency amid Indonesia's independence struggle, is a government law enforcement agency in Indonesia. Initially under the Ministry of Home Affairs and integrated into the armed forces from 1962, it became fully independent on 1 April 1999. Key activities encompass maintaining public order, security, criminal investigations, counter-terrorism, and civic missions. Notable achievements include its role in the National Revolution against Dutch forces and evolution into a modern force with specialized units like the Mobile Brigade. Currently active as a centralized national police with provincial commands, reporting to the President via the Chief of Police. No documented involvement in UAP/UFO research or government programs.