In line with Punjab Police’s commitment to technology-driven policing, Amritsar has become the fourth city in the state to implement the automated e-Challan System, announced Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav during his visit to the holy city on Saturday.
With this initiative, Amritsar joins SAS Nagar, Jalandhar, and Ludhiana in adopting automated traffic enforcement. “The e-Challan System aims to promote greater transparency, efficient traffic enforcement, and improved road safety across the city,” he said.
During his visit, DGP Gaurav Yadav has also inaugurated the newly established building of Police Station Mohkampura, which has been developed under the Smart City Project. The new police station building has been developed to provide improved facilities for police personnel and ensure better accessibility and service for citizens.
He termed it another significant step towards strengthening the state's policing infrastructure and improving public service delivery for the residents of Amritsar. The DGP, accompanied by Commissioner of Police (CP) Amritsar Gurpreet Singh Bhullar and Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Border Range Sandeep Goel, also chaired a comprehensive law and order review meeting to assess emerging crime trends, strengthen preventive policing strategies.
“Our focus remains on further enhancing public safety and security through proactively upgrading our policing infrastructure and embracing technological advancements,” he said. To further strengthen the camaraderie and esprit de corps, DGP Gaurav Yadav joined officers and personnel of all ranks at a ‘Bada Khana’, sharing a meal and interacting extensively with the force.
The gathering was attended by distinguished representatives from the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, BSF, judiciary, and civil administration, including the learned District & Sessions Judge, Deputy Commissioner, Deputy General Officer Commanding, and senior officers from the Air Force and BSF.
During the ‘Bada Khana’ event, the DGP extensively interacted with police personnel, listened to their experiences and feedback, and acknowledged their dedication, sacrifices, and commitment to duty. While exhorting the force to continue serving with professionalism, integrity, and courage, DGP Gaurav Yadav has assured them of unwavering support of the Punjab Police leadership towards their welfare and that of their families.
Meanwhile, the DGP also honoured police personnel with DGP Commendation Discs, Certificates, and cash rewards in recognition of their exemplary service, dedication, and professionalism in the line of duty.