Jahan Khela (Hoshiarpur), March 2: On Sunday, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann made a clear statement. He said that gangsters have no place on the sacred land of Punjab. Smugglers, criminals and other anti-social elements are also unwelcome. They will soon be wiped out from the state.

CM vows crackdown on criminals at cops’ passing out parade.

The Chief Minister addressed the gathering during the passing out parade of 2490 cops here today. He said that this pious land has produced saints, seers, martyrs, legendary players, and generals. However, he said that unfortunately the earlier governments patronized the smugglers, gangsters and other criminals. These criminal elements have made this state their abode. But, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has now started a crusade to weed out these anti-national elements. He added that they will be behind the bars soon.

sacred land : CM Declares War on Drugs, Vows Drug-Free State with Public Support

The Chief Minister said that the state is at a historic juncture. The Punjab government has launched a decisive war against drugs in the state. He stated that the state government has adopted a zero tolerance policy against drugs. Punjab will be made completely drug free with the active support and cooperation of the general public. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the supply line of the drugs is cut. Drug peddlers are being put behind bars. The properties of the drug smugglers are confiscated or razed. He expressed that the new cops will become an integral part in the war against drugs.

sacred land  : CM Stresses Modernizing Police to Counter Border Threats

The Chief Minister said that, as a border state, the region has faced a number of inimical forces. These forces have been chalking out nefarious designs to disturb the hard-earned peace of the state. However, the Punjab Police has always foiled such attempts. He said that to further overcome major challenges faced by the state, it is imperative to update the Police force. This update should align with advanced requirements in the field of investigation, science, and technology. Bhagwant Singh Mann expressed hope that the Punjab Police will uphold the glorious legacy of serving the people with utmost professional commitment.

sacred land  : CM urges new cops to uphold Punjab Police legacy

Congratulating the new cops, the Chief Minister said that it is a momentous occasion for them as they have become an integral part of the Punjab Police family. He exhorted the cops to discharge their duty with utmost dedication, hard work and commitment thereby contributing immensely in the progress of the state and prosperity of its people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the cops must play a proactive role in mitigating the woes of the general public and delivering justice to them. The Chief Minister called upon the newly inducted cops to play a proactive role in wiping out the menace of drugs from the state. He said that Punjab is fighting the nation’s war against drugs and the Punjab Police has always acted as a barrier for checking its supply. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that now the time has come when the cops should uphold the glorious tradition of Punjab Police for weeding out the scourge of drugs from the state.

CM Vows to Crush Divisive Forces, Announces 10,000 New Police Jobs

The Chief Minister warned the fissiparous forces that their evil designs to create communal strife would be nipped in the bud. He said that the social bonding in the state is so strong that any seed could grow on the fertile land of Punjab but the seed of hatred will never germinate here at any cost. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that though futile attempts are being made to disturb hard earned peace of state, the bond of love, harmony and peace will be further cemented by Punjabis. The Chief Minister said that since 2022 more than 10,000 youngsters have been appointed in the Police force to update the force. Likewise, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has also decided to recruit 10,000 new cops in Punjab Police for which necessary clearance will be given by the cabinet soon. He said that the state government is committed to upgrade the police force of the state on scientific lines to enable it to combat the criminals effectively.

State Launches India’s First Sadak Surakhya Force

The Chief Minister said that the state Government has launched the first of its kind initiative in the country. A dedicated Sadak Surakhya Force has been established to ensure enhanced security. The force aims to save precious lives on the State and National Highways. He said that 1597 specially trained, freshly recruited personnel, including girls, act as the backbone of this force. They have been provided with the latest, fully equipped 144 vehicles. Since its launch in February last year, the state has witnessed a 48.10% reduction in casualties due to accidents. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that force has been deployed all along 4200 km of the Highways. These areas are prone to traffic accidents. In addition to patrolling in the assigned areas, they act as a deterrent for traffic violations. Even the Union Minister Nitin Gadkari had hailed this initiative of the state government in the Parliament of India. The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction. The Jahan Khela campus, spread over 155 acres, is equipped with state of the art training facilities. He said that due to this only, forces from other states come here to get training for the cops. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the mode of crime has changed. The Punjab Police is being updated for this reason. Specialized training is imparted here because of this update. The Chief Minister said that these youth have now become integral parts of the government. He added that they should serve the people with missionary zeal. Bhagwant Mann hoped that the new recruits will use their pen for helping the needy and underprivileged sections of society. He said that the newly recruited youth should ensure maximum welfare of the public. This way, every section of society will benefit from it.