Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Amin Wains on Saturday said that the prime objective of the police was to maintain a peaceful environment by counteracting criminal elements and protecting people and their property.
Addressing the newly promoted police personnel at Police Lines, Qila Gujjar Singh, he directed them to perform their duties with dedication and maintain law and order in the city.
“This is the first time in the metropolis that about 900 police personnel have been promoted to the next rank,” the CCPO said, adding that these cops should work with an aim to purge the city of criminal elements.
He directed officials to particularly take action against proclaimed offenders and to share information regarding them with relevant departments, adding that those who perform well would be awarded cash prizes and commendatory certificates.
The police chief said that the remaining personnel awaiting promotion would soon be promoted.
He also directed the headquarters superintendent of police (SP) to finalise the documentation of all retiring officials so that a farewell ceremony could be organised for them.
