Rs 1100 Crore to Be Spent on Police Modernisation: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Equipping Punjab Police with Modern Resources is Also Major Contribution to National Security: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann*

JALANDHAR: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday said that as a border state, Punjab faces daily attempts by Pakistan to disturb peace through anti-social elements and drone intrusions, asserting that the Punjab Police has to stand firmly guarding the International Border and that it is not just Punjab’s Police but the Police of the entire nation. In a major push to strengthen law and order in the border state, Bhagwant Singh Mann underscored his government’s dual commitment to employment generation and police modernisation as 2,577 new personnel formally joined the Punjab Police at a Passing Out Parade held at the P.A.P. Ground in Jalandhar.

Declaring the recruitment drive as part of the AAP Government’s employment revolution, the Chief Minister highlighted that over 12,010 police personnel have been appointed since March 2022, Rs.1,100 crore has been earmarked to upgrade the force on scientific lines, and cutting-edge measures including AI integration, specialised technical units and a strengthened Anti-Narcotics Task Force are being deployed to combat cybercrime, terrorism and drugs. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that Punjab is witnessing record recruitment, rapid technological upgradation and an uncompromising crackdown on crime, reaffirming his government’s resolve to secure lasting peace and stability in Punjab.

Sharing a few snippets from the ceremony on X, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated: “It was an honor to attend the prestigious Passing-Out Parade of the Punjab Police in Jalandhar today. A total of 2,577 new, highly motivated officers have officially joined the Punjab Police family, congratulations to each of them. Under our government’s leadership, a record of over 12,000 police recruitments has been achieved, high-tech units have been established, and an intensified campaign against drug abuse is ongoing. We remain fully committed to ensuring the security and peace of Punjab. Jai Hind.”

Addressing the occasion, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “After assuming charge of office, I laid special thrust on upgrading the Punjab Police on scientific lines and Rs 1,100 crore has been kept for this purpose.” He added, “It is a matter of immense pride that the Punjab Police has been equipped on modern lines to combat every sort of challenge and to preserve the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country.”

Emphasising Punjab’s unique challenges as a border state, the Chief Minister said, “Being a border state the Punjab Police has been making strenuous efforts by discharging their duty efficiently.”

Expressing his happiness at attending the ceremony, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “I am elated to be here at the Punjab Armed Police campus for the Passing Out Parade.” He added, “A total of 2,577 personnel and officers from various cadres of the Punjab Police are participating in today’s Passing Out Parade. This parade marks the end of their basic training and all these police personnel will be posted to various districts for duty.”

Highlighting the training background of the recruits, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “These newly recruited police personnel from different ranks have received training  at the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Police Academy, Phillaur; Police Recruit Training Centre, Jahan Khelan, Hoshiarpur; and In-Service Training Centre, Kapurthala.”

He further stated, “Since March 2022, the Punjab Government has issued appointment letters to over 12,010 police personnel across various cadres and ranks. These include 1,062 Sub-Inspectors, 450 Head Constables, 10,098 Constables, and 400 civilian support staff, who have undergone training at various Punjab Police training centers.”

The Chief Minister underlined that recruitment has been a continuous process under the present government. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Ever since our government came to power, the Punjab Police recruitment process has been ongoing annually. In this series, basic training for over 1,900 recruits from 2025 began in March 2026. The recruitment process for 1,746 Constables is nearly complete, and appointment letters will be issued to them soon.” He added, “The recruitment process for 3,400 personnel in 2026 will commence shortly.”

Stressing technological upgradation, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The government is making every possible effort to technologically upscale and empower the Punjab Police.” He added, “Punjab is the first state in the country to recruit 182 Sub-Inspectors including 112 technical experts, 11 forensic experts, HR managers and 30 counselors, and 1,547 Constables with expertise in technical fields.” He said, “The main aim is to combat cybercrime, financial fraud, gangsters, terrorism, narcotics and similar offenses through its Technical Services Wing.”

He further noted, “It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that most of these officers hold qualifications like B.Tech, M.Tech and LLB.” Elaborating on specialized recruitment, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Bureau of Investigation wing of Punjab Police has recruited 125 legal officers, 21 forensic experts, 196 IT experts and 77 financial experts, who have completed training and are deployed across various Punjab Police units, providing their professional services.”

On road safety initiatives, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “To prevent road accidents, the Punjab Government has established the Sadak Surakhya Force, which is providing immediate assistance to accident victims across the state.” He added, “The Sadak Surakhya Force has been equipped with 146 new vehicles and modern equipment, saving 46,399 lives and providing aid to those in need so far.”

He further stated, “This phenomenon of Policing has earned accolades from across the globe and the state has emerged as the first state to have this specialised force with a response time of 6 minutes 20 seconds.” Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The SSF has been stationed at a radius of every 30 km which has resulted in a reduction of 48% in death casualties due to accidents, which has been praised by the Government of India too.”

Turning to the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Anti- Narcotics Task Force has been modernized and upgraded, including IT infrastructure to eradicate the menace of drugs.” He added, “The Punjab Government launched the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign in March 2025 under which over 50,238 arrests, 35,133 FIRs and large quantities of narcotics have been seized, including 2,230 kg of heroin, 668 kg of opium and 29 tons of poppy husk.” He said, “The supply line of drugs has been snapped and the drug is being wiped out at the micro level with the active support and cooperation of the general public.”

On rehabilitation efforts, the Chief Minister stated, “De-addiction centers are providing free counseling services and medicines, along with awareness campaigns in schools, colleges, villages and public places to educate youth about the harmful effects of drugs.”

Recalling the legacy of the force, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann pointed out, “Punjab Police has always fulfilled its responsibility with dedication to safeguarding the unity and integrity of the country and maintaining peace in the border state of Punjab.” He added, “Peace has been established i