CM flags off 410 hi-tech new vehicles for SHOs
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PHILLAUR(JALANDHAR), FEBRUARY 29
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Singh declared on Wednesday that the state is poised to become drug-free as the government intensifies efforts to sever the supply chains of narcotics. Asserting a zero-tolerance policy toward drug peddlers, he stressed the importance of rehabilitating addicts. Mann affirmed the Punjab Police’s dedication to achieving a drug-free status, highlighting ongoing concerted endeavors.
Given Punjab’s status as a border state, Mann underscored the necessity of countering external threats aimed at disrupting the hard-won peace. He commended the Punjab Police for thwarting such adversarial schemes and emphasized the imperative of equipping law enforcement with cutting-edge investigative techniques, scientific advancements, and technological enhancements.
Mann reiterated the government’s commitment to modernize the Punjab Police, ensuring its alignment with contemporary standards of efficiency, responsiveness, and effectiveness. Speaking at an event marking the launch of 410 new vehicles, he emphasized a departure from past practices, where senior officers received new vehicles instead of front-line officers like Station House Officers (SHOs). Recognizing SHOs as the true representatives of the police force, Mann emphasized their direct connection with the populace.
To address the high fatality rate from road accidents and streamline traffic, the state government launched the Sadak Suraksha Force. This specialized force, equipped with modern gadgets and medical kits, aims to prevent road accidents by curbing reckless driving and ensuring orderly vehicular movement. Mann lauded the force’s swift impact in reducing fatalities, signaling optimism for further improvement.
As part of women’s empowerment initiatives, Mann noted the establishment of eight dedicated police stations for women’s safety and security. He highlighted the appointment of female officers in senior positions across districts and underscored ongoing efforts to enhance the welfare of women and girls in the state, yielding positive outcomes.