Srinagar, Oct 31: Amid the spirit of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at Srinagar’s iconic Lal Chowk, a warm interaction between police leadership and young students offered a glimpse of the human side of policing, as Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Sujit Kumar spent time with students of Police Public School on Saturday.
The senior officers, interacted with the students and posed for photographs with them, turning the occasion into a memorable moment for the young participants.
The celebrations brought together police personnel, students, youth, members of civil society and other stakeholders, reflecting the spirit of public participation and togetherness associated with the occasion.
The interaction also highlighted the importance of building trust and strengthening the relationship between the police and the younger generation beyond their conventional roles.
The live telecast of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Parade was also screened at police stations and police posts across Jammu and Kashmir, enabling personnel and other participants to witness the national-level celebrations.
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed every year on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose contribution to India’s unity and integration remains a defining part of the country’s history.
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to protect national unity, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Sujit Kumar on Saturday said Jammu and Kashmir Police are ready to face challenges in safeguarding the integrity of the country.
Talking to reporters on the sidelines of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at historic Lal Chowk here, IGP Kumar said, “The Prime Minister has given us a task to save the unity and integrity of the country. We are ready to face any challenges in the coming days.”
Pertinently, Ekta Diwas parade, was telecast live from Kevadia, Gujarat. LG Sinha, top officers of J&K Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), youth and schoolchildren witnessed the live celebrations. They also listened to the Prime Minister’s address to the nation.
Referring to emerging challenges, the IGP described cybercrime as one of the biggest challenges. “Alongside cybercrime, J&K Police are examining activities being carried out against the country from a new perspective,” he added. (KNO)
