Peerzada Sayeed
HANDWARA : As part of Public outreach programme, Thana Diwas; an initiative of Government of J&K, was observed today by Handwara Police in all Police Establishments of the PD.
On the directions of *SSP Handwara* the events were chaired by the Police officers, under the supervision of *SDPO Handwara*, *DySP Dar Handwara* Chaired the function at PS Qalamabad.The meetings were attended by DDCs, BDCs, Sarpanchs, Panchs and General Public. Besides all SHOs of concerned Police Station’s, other officers and officials were also present on the said occasions.
In the events large gathering of public participated and highlighted various issues of public importance, and they were assured that their genuine grievances pertaining to Police will be resolved on priority and that of civil administration will be taken up with the concerned departments for their early redressal.
While speaking on the occasions, Chairing Officers stated that policing at grassroot level in the district would be revamped to enhance proficiencies of the cops and to develop confidence among the people. Further, Chairing officers while speaking on the occasions said, “Thana Diwas” is an initiative started by the Government of J&K to bridge the gap between Police and Public and also to hear and redress the grievances of common masses and further added that Community policing is mandatory to boost public confidence which would help in fighting against crime and social evils.”
Referring to the criminal activities in the area, it was stressed upon the officers to brace up with a missionary spirit to fight against drug abuse and eradicate other social evils from the society and to take a pledge to serve the society with missionary spirit and maintain the dignity of force. The participants were requested to co-operate with Police in maintaining Law and order in the area and identifying Anti National and Anti Social Elements who always try to disrupt the peaceful environment.
Finally, the event was concluded with the vote of thanks from the both sides.
