The mission of the Puducherry police is to uphold the rule of law without fear or favour and to provide safety and security to the people without violating their Human Rights. The Police shall strive to maintain law and order and harmony in the society by performing duties in a non-partisan and unbiased manner and shall also focus on crime control in order to be able to instill confidence among the citizens.

In doing so community policing by way of formation of community liaisoning groups, fishermen watch groups and peace committees in all Police Station limits at different levels shall be emphasized. The Police shall adopt a pro-active approach and attempt to solve them by way of mutual understanding and exercise restraint in the use of force even in the face of violence and grave provocation.