Punjab Government committed to modernising jail infrastructure
Chandigarh, November 26
In a significant step towards strengthening prison administration and upgrading infrastructure, Punjab Jails Minister S. Laljit Singh Bhullar today presided over a rank-pinning ceremony for newly promoted officers at his office in the Punjab Civil Secretariat.
Shoulder stars were affixed on six officers elevated to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG)/Superintendent of Central Jails.
A total of 14 officers were promoted in this round — six to AIG/Superintendent (Central Jails) and eight to Deputy Superintendent of Police (Grade-1).
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Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said the promotions are aimed at addressing manpower shortages, enhancing administrative efficiency, and ensuring more effective management of prisons across the state. He congratulated the officers and reminded them that higher rank brings greater responsibility and decision-making powers, which must be used to strengthen security, maintain discipline, and improve inmate welfare.
“These promotions are a recognition of merit, dedication and professionalism. They will motivate the entire force to uphold the highest standards of duty and integrity,” Bhullar added. He assured that the rich experience of these officers will help transform Punjab’s correctional system into a more transparent, efficient and reform-oriented mechanism.
The Minister also reiterated the Punjab Government’s firm commitment to modernising jail infrastructure and introducing comprehensive educational, vocational training and welfare programmes for prisoners.
Additional Director General of Police (Prisons) Arun Pal Singh congratulated the promoted officers and underlined the vital role every member of the department plays in its smooth functioning.
Principal Secretary, Department of Jails, Ms. Bhavna Garg also extended her best wishes to the newly promoted officers on the occasion.
