Terrorism on last breath: LG

Reasi, June 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Sunday said that terrorism was on its last breath in Jammu and Kashmir and credited Jammu and Kashmir Police for keeping the wheels of J&K’s progress moving.

Attending the attestation-cum-passing out parade of the 16th BRTC batch of J&K Police at Subsidiary Training Centre, Talwara in Reasi, LG Sinha said, “Terrorism is breathing its last breath and this has made our neighbour, exporter of terror, desperate. The recent terror acts are a sign of our enemy’s desperation. Our aim is the complete elimination of terrorism. We must hunt down the terrorists and their aides, who are harbouring them.”

He said that J&K Police had always shown a high level of professional excellence under extremely challenging circumstances.

“For several decades, this elite Police force has been working with dedication to preserve the integrity and security of our country and kept the wheels of J&K's progress moving,” the LG said.

He said that the Subsidiary Police Training Centre in Reasi is an esteemed institution dedicated to training and imparting policing values and professional skills to meet the challenges of terrorism and law and order.

“I am confident that these brave personnel will discharge their duty with utmost responsibility, sensitivity, and dedication and carry forward the rich legacy of the J&K Police,” LG Sinha said.

Paying tributes to the J&K Police personnel, he lauded the force for its valour, sacrifice, and selfless service to the nation.

Reiterating the resolve of the administration, Police, and security forces to root out terrorism from J&K, the LG asked the recruits to work as a force multiplier in neutralising the terror threats.

Speaking on the emerging threats of drug trafficking, cybercrime, and radicalisation, he emphasised the need to ensure a high level of motivation and professionalism in Police to keep a step ahead of the adversaries.

“I have great faith in J&K Police, Army, and our security agencies. They are not only responsive to safety and urgent needs of citizens but also effectively tackling terrorism in cyberspace,” LG Sinha said.

He also commended the J&K Police for its civic action programmes.

“We are committed to the modernisation of the Police force and the welfare of the Police and security personnel and their families,” the LG said.

He congratulated the passing out cadets of the border battalion for becoming an integral part of the J&K Police.

LG Sinha took the Rashtriya Salute, inspected the parade, and took the salute at an impressive march past by the contingents.

He also felicitated the cadets and handed over awards and certifications to the outstanding achievers.

A total of 860 recruit constables of the border battalion completed their rigorous training at the STC.

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

Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Ranjan Swain extended his best wishes to the recruits and asked them to work with honesty and dedicate themselves to the service of the people.

Principal STC Talwara Jameel Ahmad gave information about the training programme and various activities conducted during the Basic Recruit Training course.

District Development Council (DDC) Reasi Chairman, Saraf Singh Nag; Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Law and Order, Vijay Kumar; ADGP Jammu, Anand Jain; and Principal Secretary to LG, Mandeep Kumar Bhandari were also present on the occasion.