Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that recruitment will soon begin for approximately 1,600 vacant police posts across various units of the Uttarakhand Police. This announcement was made during the Police Commemoration Day event held in Dehradun, where the Chief Minister also paid tribute to the martyred police and paramilitary personnel.
- Recruitment for about 1,600 police vacancies to start soon.
- Annual budget for police station operations will double from Rs 4 crore to Rs 8 crore.
- Upgrades planned for Police Modern Schools, police hospital, and construction of transit hostels and multi-story barracks.
- State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre under construction with a budget of Rs 32 crore.
- Quick response teams formed at every police station to enhance women's safety.
- Recognition and financial support provided to police personnel and their families.
Why is Uttarakhand increasing police recruitment now?
Chief Minister Dhami emphasized the vital role police and paramilitary forces play in national internal security. He noted that over the past year, 154 personnel across India sacrificed their lives while on duty. To strengthen the police system and ensure adequate staffing, a review of police station and outpost requirements was ordered. The recruitment drive aims to fill about 1,600 vacant posts to enhance law enforcement capacity in the state.
What budget changes are being made for police operations?
The annual budget allocated for operational requirements of police stations will increase from Rs 4 crore to Rs 8 crore. This doubling of funds is intended to improve resources and support for police personnel in their duties.
What infrastructure improvements are planned for the police force?
The Chief Minister announced several infrastructure initiatives, including upgrading all Police Modern Schools in Uttarakhand. Construction of transit hostels and multi-story barracks for police personnel in Dehradun is also planned. Additionally, the police hospital in Dehradun will be upgraded to better serve the health needs of officers.
How is Uttarakhand addressing cybercrime and women's safety?
A State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre is currently being built with an investment of about Rs 32 crore. This centre will enhance the state's ability to tackle cybercrime effectively. To improve women's safety, quick response teams have been established at every police station, ensuring faster and more focused action in emergencies.
How are police personnel being recognized and supported?
In 2023, 319 police personnel received medals and commendations for exemplary service. Since the state's formation, 206 Uttarakhand police personnel have died in the line of duty. Financial assistance has been provided to the families of deceased officers, including approximately Rs 50 lakh from the Police Martyrs' Fund this year. The Police Salary Package scheme has disbursed about Rs 31 crore in ex-gratia payments so far. Scholarships totaling Rs 34 lakh were awarded to 446 meritorious children of police personnel. Furthermore, a 24x7 police help desk is being established at AIIMS Rishikesh, and Rs 1.16 crore assistance was given to 25 personnel from the Jeevan Rakshak Nidhi fund.
What recent contributions have Uttarakhand Police made?
The Chief Minister praised the police force for ensuring the safety of nearly 5 crore Kanwar pilgrims and over 60 lakh devotees participating in the Char Dham Yatra this year. These efforts demonstrate the police's commitment to public safety during large-scale events and natural disasters common in the region.
