Itanagar, Nov 8 (PTI): The Arunachal Pradesh Police on Sunday celebrated its 54th Raising Day at the Police Training Centre (PTC) in Banderdewa, reaffirming its commitment to public service, professionalism and strengthening grassroots policing.
Roing MLA and advisor to Home Minister Mutchu Mithi attended the event and paid floral tributes to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty by laying a wreath at the Martyrs’ Pillar.
He also inspected the parade and march past by personnel of the civil police, Arunachal Armed Police Battalion and India Reserve Battalion, an official statement issued by the Directorate of Public Relations and Information (DIPR) said.
Addressing the gathering, Mithi thanked police personnel for their dedication, sacrifices and commitment to maintaining law and order in the state.
“On behalf of the Arunachal Pradesh government and on my own behalf, I sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart,” he said. The MLA said the state police had evolved into a strong and capable force with over 14,000 personnel, committed to serving the people round the clock.
The state government has always accorded the highest priority to the police force and allocated a separate fund for its development and welfare, he said, adding that the achievements made so far were the result of the immense sacrifices, dedication and commitment of police personnel.
Earlier, DGP Rajesh Kumar traced the police force’s evolution since its inception in 1967.
Paying tribute to the pioneers of the force, particularly LV Sewa, he said their vision, courage and sacrifices had laid the foundation for its growth and development. Over the years, the force had expanded its operational capabilities through seven armed battalions, specialised units, the Special Task Force, Fire and Emergency Services and the State Disaster Response Force, he said.
Kumar said the Raising Day was not merely a celebration but also an occasion to reflect on the force’s journey, acknowledge its achievements and renew its commitment to serving the people.
He also highlighted the expansion of police stations, women police stations and other police infrastructure across the state, while reiterating that the force’s fundamental responsibility remained protecting people, upholding the law and serving society with integrity, courage and compassion.
Several senior police officers and other dignitaries attended the event, the statement added.
