DGP Gaurav Yadav Honors Police Martyrs on 65th Police Commemoration Day
Chandigarh/Jalandhar, October 21
The Punjab Police commemorated the 65th Police Commemoration Day to honor the brave police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
DGP’s Tribute: DGP Gaurav Yadav paid tribute to the martyrs, emphasizing their exceptional service to the nation. He acknowledged their sacrifices in maintaining unity and security and highlighted the Punjab Police’s reputation for bravery and courage.
Addressing Crime Challenges: Yadav discussed the challenges of street crime and drug trafficking, which directly affect common citizens. He outlined strategies to combat these issues, including crime mapping, increased police presence, and community engagement.
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Extortion Calls: The DGP revealed that over 80% of extortion calls are made by local criminals posing as notorious gangsters. He urged citizens to report such crimes promptly and directed police officers to convert all extortion calls and petty crimes into FIRs for thorough investigation.
Proactive Approach: Yadav emphasized the Punjab Police’s proactive approach to organized crime, instructing officers to retaliate in self-defense if attacked. He also highlighted the introduction of a health insurance scheme for police personnel.
Support for Martyrs’ Families: The DGP met with families of police martyrs, assuring them of full support and cooperation from the Punjab government and police.
Commemoration Parade: A well-organized commemoration parade was held at the Punjab Armed Police (PAP) headquarters. The names of all 213 police martyrs were read out, and a two-minute silence was observed.
Key Points:
- Punjab Police commemorates the sacrifices of police martyrs.
- DGP Gaurav Yadav pays tribute to the brave personnel.
- Focus on combating street crime and drug trafficking.
- Measures to enhance public safety and security.
- Support for families of martyrs.
The commemoration day serves as a reminder of the immense sacrifices made by police personnel to protect the nation.
