13,092 young men recruited in four and a half years
According to Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, 13,092 young men have been inducted into various ranks of the Punjab Police in the last four and a half years. Additionally, the recruitment process for 3,298 constables is currently underway. He stated that in addition to strengthening the police force, emphasis is also being placed on training, technology, and resources in line with modern needs.
Claiming to provide jobs to 70,840 youth
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that the Punjab government has so far provided government jobs to 70,840 youth based on merit. Describing the recruitment process as “bribery-free, recommendation-free” and transparent, the Chief Minister said that many youth have secured government jobs more than once in different departments based on their merit. He stated that the Punjab government’s objective is to increase employment opportunities for youth in Punjab’s villages, towns, and cities.
1,600 New Posts Approved in the Police Department
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that 1,600 new posts have been approved for filling the district cadre of the Punjab Police through departmental promotions. These include 150 Inspectors, 450 Sub-Inspectors, and 1,000 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs). According to the Punjab government, these posts will provide promotion and career advancement opportunities to existing police personnel.
The Role of Police on the 532-Km-Long Border
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that being a border state the Punjab Police’s responsibilities are different from those of other states. Referring to Punjab’s approximately 532-kilometer-long international border, he said the police have played a crucial role in maintaining peace and law and order in the state. He urged the new police personnel to work professionally, adopt modern investigative techniques, and prioritize serving the people.