REASI, JUNE 23(KNS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the Attestation cum Passing out Parade of 16th BRTC Batch of J&K Police at Subsidiary Training Centre, Talwara, Reasi.
A total of 860 new recruit constables of the border battalion have completed their rigorous training today at the STC. An oath was administered to the passing out cadets for performing their duties with dedication and honesty.
In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated the passing out cadets of the Border Battalion for becoming the integral part of the Jammu Kashmir Police.
Subsidiary Police Training Centre in Reasi is an esteemed institution dedicated to training and imparting policing values and professional skills to meet the challenges of terrorism and Law and Order. I am confident that these brave personnel will discharge their duty with utmost responsibility, sensitivity and dedication and carry forward the rich legacy of Jammu Kashmir Police, he said.
Paying tributes to the JKP bravehearts, the Lt Governor lauded the Jammu Kashmir Police for its valour, sacrifice and selfless service to the nation.
“J&K Police have always shown high level of professional excellence under extremely challenging circumstances. Since several decades, this elite Police Force is working with dedication to preserve the integrity and security of our country and kept the wheels of J&K's progress moving,” the Lt Governor said.
Reiterating the resolve of the administration, police and security forces to root-out terrorism from J&K, the Lt Governor asked the new recruits to work as a force multiplier in neutralizing the terror threats.
“Terrorism is breathing its last breath and this has made our neighbour, exporter of terror, desperate.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe recent terror acts are sign of our enemy's desperation. Our aim is complete elimination of terrorism. We must hunt down the terrorists and their aides, who are harboring them,” the Lt Governor said.
Speaking on the emerging threats of drug trafficking, cybercrime, and radicalization, the Lt Governor emphasised the need to ensure high level of motivation and professionalism in police to keep a step ahead of the adversaries.
“I have great faith in J&K Police, army and our security agencies. They are not only responsive to safety and urgent needs of citizens but also effectively tackling terrorism in cyberspace,” he said.
The Lt Governor also commended the Jammu Kashmir Police for its civic action programmes. We are committed to the modernization of the Police force and the welfare of the police and security personnel and their families, he further added.
At the outset, the Lt Governor took the Rashtriya Salute, inspected the parade, and took the salute at an impressive March Past by the contingents. He also felicitated the cadets and handed over awards and certifications to the outstanding achievers.
RR Swain DGP, speaking on the occasion, extended his best wishes to the new recruits and asked them to work with honesty and dedicate themselves in the service of the people.
Jameel Ahmed, Principal STC Talwara informed about the training program and various activities conducted during the Basic Recruit Training course.
Saraf Singh Nag, DDC Chairman Reasi; RR Swain, DGP; Vijay Kumar, ADGP Law & Order; Anand Jain, ADGP Jammu; Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor, serving and retired army & police personnel, and family members of the passing out cadets were present on the occasion.(KNS).