Eradicating terrorism in all forms prime goal of J&K Police: LG
STATE TIMES NEWS
BARAMULLA: Observing that terrorism poses the biggest threat to humanity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir Police’s prime goal is to eradicate terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations to ensure peace, stability and security.
Addressing the Attestation cum Passing Out Parade of 16th Basic Recruitment Training Course (BRTC) held at Subsidiary Training School (STC), Sheeri, Baramulla, the Lt Governor lauded the J&K Police for combating terrorism and maintaining the rule of law in the Union Territory.
The rule of law is the foundation for equitable socio-economic development and the empowerment of all sections of society. J&K Police is playing a crucial role of combating terrorism and maintaining the rule of law. Zero tolerance policy against subversive forces and strict enforcement of rule of law has realized the dream of fear-free Union Territory, Sinha said.
He said, “J&K Police has always displayed undaunted courage. I bow to the brave hearts of J&K Police who laid down their lives in the line of duty. The nation is grateful for their selfless spirit and sacrifices”.
Industrial investment, holistic development, prosperity is a by-product of peace and harmony in the society. Peace shapes the new future, promotes the principle of inclusiveness and provides the necessary means to fulfill the aspirations of the young generations, the Lt Governor said.
I am confident that the new recruits will carry forward the glorious legacy of country’s most courageous Police Force and give a befitting reply to enemies of the peace, the Lt Governor said.
New security challenges require modern-day policing. Strict and Sensitive, Modern and Mobility, Alert and Accountable, Reliable and Responsive, Techno savvy and Trained – SMART Policing envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the need of the hour to effectively deal with conventional and non-conventional threats, he said.
With our collective will and hard work, we must protect our civilizational heritage and build a strong and progressive J&K, he added.
At the Passing out Parade, the Lt Governor also talked about the prevailing peace and transformation in Jammu Kashmir.
A total of 510 recruit constables have completed their rigorous training at the Training School.
He congratulated the cadets and encouraged them to discharge their responsibility with highest degree of professionalism and commitment.
Dilbag Singh, DGP congratulated the passing out constables for becoming an integral part of Jammu Kashmir Police Force.
Mohammad Majid Malik, Principal STC Sheeri gave an overview of the training program and various activities conducted during the Training course.
The Lt Governor took the ceremonial salute and witnessed the impressive parade and demonstrations by the police personnel. He also felicitated the recruit constables who excelled during their training.
An oath was administered to the passing out constables for performing their duties with honesty and utmost sensitivity.
Safina Baig, Chairperson District Development Council, Baramulla; R.K Goyal, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department; senior serving and retired police & army personnel, PRI representatives, and family members of the passing out cadets were present.
