Srinagar, Oct 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday paid tribute to police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty, stating that 1,016 J&K Police personnel had made the supreme sacrifice in the fight against terrorism.
The Lieutenant Governor led the Police Commemoration Day ceremony at the Police Memorial in Zewan, Srinagar, where he laid a floral wreath and paid homage to the fallen personnel. He also took the ceremonial salute during the parade and observed a two-minute silence in their memory.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, senior civil and police officers, Army personnel, political leaders, family members of martyrs and police personnel attended the ceremony.
Addressing the gathering, Sinha described the Jammu and Kashmir Police as a symbol of duty, discipline, loyalty and selfless service. He said police officers and personnel had consistently risked their lives while maintaining law and order, combating terrorism and protecting people during disasters.
He said the force had upheld the honour of the national flag despite grave personal sacrifices, adding that its commitment to the Tricolour reflected the courage and patriotism of its personnel.
The Lieutenant Governor assured the families of police martyrs of all possible assistance and support. He stressed that their sacrifices must be remembered while ensuring the welfare of those left behind.
Emphasising the need to sustain peace in Jammu and Kashmir, Sinha called for the dismantling of the terror ecosystem. He also urged the police force to adopt innovative methods and advanced technology to strengthen its response to emerging criminal activities, drug smuggling and the spread of false narratives.
The ceremony featured a march past by police contingents and a band display. An interaction with the families of martyrs was also held, while a blood donation camp was organised at the police complex.
Earlier, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other dignitaries laid wreaths at the memorial and paid their respects to the police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty.
