Chandigarh: Haryana’s Director General of Police (DGP), Shatrujeet Kapur, attended the convocation parade of Recruit Batch No. 90 at the Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban, as the chief guest today, where he took the salute. During this convocation parade, 988 recruits took the oath of duty and dedicated themselves to public service. Welcoming the chief guest, Academy Director Dr. C.S. Rao provided essential information about the training given to the batch.
Addressing the recruits, DGP Shatrujeet Kapur emphasized that the police represent the face of law and order in society and should interact with citizens with empathy and sensitivity. He remarked that joining the police force is not just a profession but a call to serve with integrity, courage, and compassion. “You are embarking on a noble journey of public service, carrying the trust and hopes of the citizens. You will face challenges that will test your resolve and character. It is through your good deeds and courageous decisions that the public’s faith in the Haryana Police will be strengthened,” he said. He also highlighted the continuous efforts by the government and police headquarters to upgrade the police force and enhance police welfare. He mentioned that the government has approved a training allowance of 20% of the basic pay for instructors appointed at all Haryana Police training centers. The Haryana government has increased the uniform allowance, ration allowance, and the ex-gratia amount given to the families of martyrs by two and a half to three times. The policy of providing jobs to dependents of deceased police personnel, initiated in 2019, has already resulted in 281 people receiving employment under this scheme. Travel allowance for police personnel has also been doubled from 10 to 20 days. DGP Kapur stated that efforts are ongoing for the welfare of police personnel and their families, including skill development for employment of children of retired and Class IV employees. The successful operation of 22 Police Public Schools at district headquarters in collaboration with DAV institutions was also noted. E-libraries are being established in each police line, gyms have been set up to maintain the health of police personnel, and free health checks are being initiated for those over 35 years of age. The chief guest congratulated the organizers for the grand convocation parade and praised Academy Director Dr. C.S. Rao and other officials and staff for the excellent training provided. He awarded Constables Ashish, Aman, and Rohit, who secured the first, second, and third positions respectively in the training. He also congratulated the participating police personnel and their families. Academy Director Dr. C.S. Rao welcomed the chief guest and all other guests, noting that 988 constables participated in today’s convocation parade. Of these, 896 trainees received training at the Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban, and 92 at RTC, Navel, starting on September 11, 2023. The batch included 207 postgraduates, 32 professional postgraduates, 552 graduates, 125 professional graduates, and 72 who passed the twelfth standard. He mentioned that the batch was given modern training suited to the times. Dr. Rao presented a memento to the chief guest. Dr. Rajshree Singh, Inspector General of Police at the Haryana Police Academy, expressed gratitude to the chief guest, all attendees, and those involved in the event. The ceremony was also attended by IGP Ambala Division, Sibas Kaviraj; IGP Academy, Dr. Rajshree Singh; Commissioner of Police, Sonipat, Satender Gupta; IGP Karnal Division and Haryana Armed Police, Kulvinder Singh; IGP Academy, Dr. Arun Singh; HPHC officers; senior officials from various units; dignitaries; trainees’ families; academy staff; and the trainees.