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Baramulla, Dec 12 (KNS): As part of the public outreach initiative Thana Diwas, introduced by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, the Baramulla Police organized events across the district to engage with the community. SSP Baramulla, Gurinderpal Singh (IPS), led the Thana Diwas program at Police Station Baramulla, which witnessed active participation from prominent citizens, members of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), Auqaf Committees, Numberdars, Chowkidars, traders’ federations, and various market associations from Baramulla town and its adjoining areas.
During the event, SSP Baramulla attentively addressed the grievances raised by the public, assuring them that issues concerning the police would be prioritized for resolution, while matters related to the civil administration would be forwarded to the relevant departments for prompt redressal. Speaking on the occasion, SSP Baramulla emphasized the importance of strengthening grassroots-level policing to enhance the efficiency of police personnel and foster trust among the public. He highlighted that Thana Diwas serves as a platform to bridge the gap between the police and the community, enabling the resolution of grievances and promoting community policing to boost public confidence in law enforcement.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Addressing criminal activities in the area, SSP Baramulla urged officers to adopt a dedicated approach to combating drug abuse and eradicating other social evils. He stressed the importance of serving society with integrity and maintaining the dignity of the police force. The public was also encouraged to collaborate with the police in maintaining law and order and identifying anti-national and anti-social elements that threaten the region's peace.
The participants expressed satisfaction with the functioning of the police, particularly appreciating their decisive actions against drug peddlers.
The event was also attended by IPS Probationer Rishabh Shukla (IPS), DySP Headquarters Baramulla, and SHO Police Station Baramulla. It concluded with a vote of thanks exchanged between the police and the public.(KNS)