LG orders probe into SI recruitment by JKSSB

>Attends Attestation cum Passing Out Parade of DYSsP, PSIs at SKPA Udhampur

> Says brave officers will do their best to serve nation uphold dignity of J&K Police

> Praises JKP for tackling big challenges

> Pays tributes to brave hearts of JKP, other security forces personnel who laid down their lives in line of duty

Udhampur: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday announced a time-bound probe by a committee headed by Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, R K Goyal into the allegations of fraud in the recent recruitment of police sub-inspectors by J&K Service Selection Board.

ā€œFrom last few days, newspapers have reported bringing into question the sub inspector recruitment by JKSSB. We have decided that a committee headed by additional Chief Secretary Home (R K Goyal) will inquire into it within a time frame and if any foul play was found, the process shall be annulled and recruitment will be made in a transparent manner,ā€ Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said at a function, adding, ā€œNo fingers were pointed at any other recruitments done so far and if there are apprehensions in mind of people, it is duty of the administration to carry out an impartial probe and take necessary action.ā€

He was speaking at a function in connection with the Attestation cum Passing Out Parade of DYSsP ( Prob.) 15th Batch and PSIs 25th Batch at SKPA Udhampur.

A total of 30 Deputy Superintendents of Police (Dy.SsP) and 61 Probationary Sub-Inspectors (PSIs), at SKPA Udhampur completed their rigorous training today at the Police Academy.

An oath was administered to the passing out cadets for performing their duties with dedication and honesty.

At the outset, the Lt Governor took the Rashtriya Salute and inspected the Parade, besides taking the salute at an impressive March Past by Men and Women contingents.

Congratulating the passing out cadets, the Lt Governor asked them to discharge their duty with utmost responsibility and dedication by effectively tackling traditional as well as modern challenges, and carry forward the rich legacy of courage and bravery of Jammu & Kashmir Police.

ā€œI am confident that these brave officers will do their best to serve Maa Bharti and to uphold the dignity of Jammu Kashmir Policeā€, said the Lt Governor.

Paying his tributes to the bravehearts of JKP and other security forces personnel who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, the Lt Governor said, ā€œThe Jammu and Kashmir Police is a proud force of the country tackling big challenges like anti-terror operations, maintaining Law & Order, dealing with the increasing threats from drones, drug trafficking, cybercrime, and radicalization, every day to maintain peace in Jammu & Kashmir and ensure safe & secure environment for its people.ā€

ā€œOur Police and Security Forces have been successful in dismantling terror modules of the neighboring country.Ā  Yet a handful of disgruntled people are radicalizing our youth and are spilling innocent blood by carrying out terror activities in the UT,ā€ he said, adding that ā€œthey will never succeed in their nefarious designs.ā€

Dr. S.D Singh, Director, SKPA, in his introductory remarks informed about the training provided to the cadets on a number of courses on general policing, law and order management and other specialized operations.

Dilbag Singh, DGP, in his address congratulated the Director of SKPA Udhampur for providing quality training to the Probationaries and welcomed the new entrants into the family of JKP. He congratulated the trainee officers and wished them a bright service career in their field work. He also highlighted the significance of 15 women officers in the POP.

The Lt Governor also handed over awards and certifications to best trainees and outstanding achievers.

Parade Commander DySP Vikram Nag led an impressive parade of trainee DYSsP and PSIs.

Prominent among others, present on the occasion were Lal Chand DDC Chairperson Udhampur; Dr Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; RK Goyal, Additional Chief Secretary Home; R R Swain, Special DG CID, Pardeep Katyal, IG BSF; Krittika Jyotsna, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, besides AK Bhan (Retd.) DGP; PRI representatives; former legislators, serving and retired Army & Police personnel and family members of the passing out cadets.

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