Govt To Regularize

rainfall. Sources have said that the low water levels in the Jhelum and other tributaries lead to difficulties in electricity generation

On Monday, the water level in the Jhelum hit the lowest due to a prolonged dry spell. “River Jhelum was flowing at -0.75 feet at Sangam (Anantnag district) and -0.86 feet at Asham (Bandipora district) on Sunday morning. This is the lowest water level in the river,” an official said. regularization efforts.

Addressing reporters during his Public Darbar in Kupwara, he said that the decision to relocate from Srinagar was made to actively engage with the public, promptly address their grievances, and provide immediate relief.

The DGP lauded the Police force for its exemplary performance in handling public matters with professionalism, emphasizing the core responsibility of serving the public, and highlighted the effective identification and actions taken against anti-social elements

“We discern the distinction between those radicalizing innocent individuals who fall prey to their influence, and we extend opportunities to those making mistakes for the first time. Individuals who exhibit responsible and respectful behavior will receive double respect from our side,” he remarked.

“Interacting with the public is a fundamental responsibility, and my senior officers consistently emphasize this. Commending the conduct of the people of J&K, they assert that individuals who act responsibly and respectfully towards them will receive respect in return, multiplied tenfold,” the DGP said.

RR Swain directed officers of his department to provide excellent services to the people and help them in getting justice. He said that people go to police stations with the hope of getting their problems solved. “It is then an opportunity for police officers to ensure justice,” he said.

The police, as an enforcement agency, has the duty of helping people in getting justice, the Director General of Police said, adding that the force is entrusted with immense responsibility and it must act within the boundaries of law and uphold the principles of justice and fairness.

“Provide excellent services, work closely with the public, maintain a strong system of accountability, and transparency, and help in providing justice to people who seek your assistance,” Swain said.

He also directed the police department to identify officials who have put in their best efforts in ensuring better service and justice to the people and they would be rewarded. (with inputs from PTI)

“We are working with all the stakeholders in a committed manner to uproot the terror network from the country,” he said.

General Pande also said important peace accords have been signed and peace dialogues held with insurgent groups in the northeast in the recent past.

“As a result of this, there has been a positive development in the region. The proactive policies of the government have played a major role in restoring peace,” he said.

The Army chief said the situation in ethnic strife-torn Manipur has been brought under control as the government was proactive and due to the efforts of the Army.

He said the soldiers have shown maturity in a sensitive atmosphere, adding that “concrete efforts are on to establish peace and harmony in the state”.

The Army is “fully ready and competent to deal with any situation” on the northern borders, he added.

“To develop our capability on the northern borders, we have taken a number of concrete steps. Through the provisions of emergency procurement, we have got a number of modern equipment, including arms and weapons with niche technology. Special attention has been paid to develop critical infrastructure in border areas and good progress has been made,” General Pande said.

“Today, we pay tribute to those bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice of laying down their lives for the country’s security. The tales of their sacrifice and bravery will always inspire us. I would like to assure their family members that they are an important part of the armed forces family and their welfare is our priority,” he said.

The Army chief pointed out that last year onwards, the Army Day parade was being held outside Delhi and expressed happiness that this year, Lucknow was chosen as its venue.

“The history of this city and region is full of tales of bravery of bravehearts, who had contributed in the freedom struggle. This programme is dedicated to the struggle and sacrifice of those soldiers,” he said.

General Pande also said the efforts to make the Indian Army a more powerful (“prabal”), competent (“saksham”) and alert (“tatpar”) force will continue.

He said the Army has focused on force restructuring and optimisation, technology infusion, and making systems, processes and functions more effective.

The Army chief also mentioned other initiatives of the armed forces, such as the Agnipath scheme and women empowerment through posting women officers in operational theatres like Siachen.

General Pande concluded his address by saying the Army has established a position of trust for itself in every citizen’s heart and called upon all personnel to rededicate themselves to “Naam, Namak, Nishaan” and the service of the nation.

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and other senior military personnel attended the parade.

The Army Day celebrations commenced with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Smritika