Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Khanna, Dr. Jyoti Yadav Bains on Tuesday paid floral tributes to martyred police personnel at the Police Lines in Khanna on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day.
In her address, SSP Dr. Jyoti Yadav Bains highlighted the historical significance of the day, commemorating the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel who were martyred on October 21, 1959, during an attack by Chinese forces at Hot Springs, Ladakh.
She emphasized that Police Commemoration Day serves as a tribute to all police and paramilitary personnel across India who have laid down their lives to safeguard the nation's unity and integrity.Dr. Bains reaffirmed the Punjab Police's unwavering commitment to supporting the families of martyrs.
She praised the Punjab Police for their exemplary role in maintaining peace and fostering communal harmony, not only within Punjab but also in other states by addressing internal security challenges during turbulent times.A guard of honour led by DSP Khanna, Vinod Kumar, to pay respects to the fallen heroes was also held.
A two-minute silence was observed by officials, dignitaries, and attendees as a mark of respect. DSP Karmjeet Singh Grewal read aloud the names of police and paramilitary personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice over the past year, underscoring their enduring legacy.
Following the tributes, SSP Dr. Jyoti Yadav Bains, along with Additional Deputy Commissioner Shikha Bhagat, SDM Dr. Baljinder Singh Dhillon, and other senior police officials, distributed blankets to the families of the martyrs. They also listened to the families' grievances, assuring them of full support in addressing their concerns.