Deputy CM, Y Patton and DGP T John Lonkumer and NPS officers after unveiling a monolith commemorating the 50th founding anniversary of the Nagaland Police Service Association on November 26 at the Nagaland Police Complex, Chümoukedima.
‘Uphold the law without, partiality and nepotism’
Morung Express News
Dimapur | November 27
The Nagaland Police Service Association (NPSA) commemorated its 50th anniversary on November 27. Speaking at the programme held at the Nagaland Police Complex, Chümoukedima, Deputy Chief Minister, Y Patton said that the Nagaland Police Service with its crucial role in the field level “maybe termed as the backbone of the Police Department in the State.”
According to the Deputy CM, the deliberations and discussions at the NPSA conference over the years have been of immense value to the Nagaland Police in formulating policies pertaining to Police administration of justice in the state. “I hope that the Association will continue to maintain this tradition and legacy… for the betterment of the Police force.”
Further, as the most visible representative of the government, he said that the police are expected to be accessible, interactive and disciplined, he said. He also added a word of caution stating that the government cannot tolerate any kind of irresponsible behavior, indiscipline and laxity in the execution of duties. “As responsible public servants, the Police Officers, therefore, must uphold and enforce the law of the land without favour, partiality and nepotism,” he said.
Amid a constantly changing technological scenario, he said that it calls for upgrading skills and expertise built around knowledge of technology, economics and sociology. While stating that the requirement to keep pace with the fast advancement of technology has never been more, he said, “Our emphasis should continue on modern, effective and sensitive security architecture that inspires a sense of safety among all sections of society.”
As for the government, he claimed that it is doing its best to bring about improvements whether in the service matters, promotions and other infrastructural and organizational requirements of the state police.
The Director General of Police, T John Longkumer recalled his association with the NPS cadre beginning with the deployment of NAP (IR) units for counter-insurgency operations in Chhattisgarh some 15-16 years ago. “But I am proud to tell you that the NPS officers were better in the art of war than most,” he said.
For the younger generation of NPS officers, he said, “You have a challenge to live up to the legacy of your senior NPS officers— present, retired or demised.” While stating that the NPS cadre has throughout striven hard to remain together, he though added that it alone should not be the end.
He further called upon the members to introspect as to the necessity of having an association 50 years ago. “You should introspect as to whether you are enhancing the legacy further or there have been some detritions. If not, then you should set a time frame for achieving the same.”
NPSA President, Teisovise Metha, said that the association has been able to reach where it is today because of the contributions provided by all members throughout the 5 decades. “Contemplate if you have been able to repay to the NPS for what it has given to you,” he added.
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