Jammu and Kashmir Police Welcomes 438 New Recruits, Including 86 Women Officers: SRINAGAR: 86 women were among the 438 constables who successfully completed the 16th Batch of the Basic Recruit Training Course (BRTC) at the Police Training School in Manigam, Ganderbal. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who presided over the Passing Out Parade, hailed the contribution of J&K Police to the safety and integrity of Jammu and Kashmir, and congratulated the young recruits, particularly acknowledging the increasing role of women in the police force.
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The presence of 86 women in this batch marks a significant step forward in gender representation within the ranks of J&K Police, reflecting a growing confidence among women to take up the mantle of law enforcement and public service. The event was filled with emotion and pride as these young women stood tall, shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts, taking an oath to serve with honesty, integrity and courage.
Among the 438 recruits were 211 constables who had previously served as Special Police Officers (SPOs), their elevation to the formal force seen as a recognition of their service and commitment.In his address, the Lieutenant Governor paid rich tributes to the bravery and sacrifice of the J&K Police and urged the recruits to serve the nation with utmost professionalism and sensitivity. “The citizens of Jammu and Kashmir sleep peacefully because they trust in your resolve. The entire country looks up to you for your courage and heroism,” he said.
He also noted the challenges ahead, particularly in light of recent militant incidents in the Jammu division. “Though militancy has been effectively countered in Kashmir with the combined efforts of the Police, Army and CAPFs, the incidents in Jammu are worrying. Our goal remains unchanged—to make the entire Union Territory free from the shadow of militancy,” he stated.The Lieutenant Governor called upon the police force to embrace modern technologies and adopt a data-driven approach in dealing with the changing landscape of crime and security threats. “The nature of policing is evolving. We need to build a future-ready force equipped with cutting-edge tools to tackle both organised crime and militancy,” he added.
Lauding the rigorous training undertaken by the recruits at Manigam, he said the life values instilled during the course—courage, discipline, sacrifice and patience—would serve them in good stead throughout their careers. “I am confident that these young officers, especially the women who have chosen this challenging path, will inspire many more to come forward and serve the nation,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Principal of the Police Training School, Zubair Ahmad Khan, briefed the gathering on the extensive training schedule undertaken by the recruits. The event concluded with a ceremonial salute, parade inspection by the Lieutenant Governor, and felicitation of the best performers from the batch.
Senior police and civil officers, recruits’ family members, and security forces representatives attended the event, which celebrated not just the entry of new officers into the police force but also a new chapter of inclusion and strength in the ranks of Jammu and Kashmir. Kashmir life.