Empowering Our Heroes: Puducherry Police Completes 100 Hours of Mission Karmayogi
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Synopsis of the Article in Bullet Points:
- Event: Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) Puducherry Campus completed 100 hours of capacity-building training sessions under “Mission Karmayogi – Puducherry.”
- Timeline: The program took place between August 1 and August 12, 2024.
- Objective: Upskill and enhance the capacity of police officers in Puducherry as part of the National Program for Civil Services Capacity Building.
- Valedictory Ceremony: Held on September 27, 2024, with notable dignitaries including Director General of Police Puducherry, Smt. Shalini Singh IPS.
- Key Guests: DGP Smt. Shalini Singh, DIGP Shri Brijendra Kumar Yadav, and senior police officers, with virtual participation by RRU Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel.
- Program Focus: Topics included Geographic Information Systems (GIS), financial frauds, forensic accounting, gender sensitization, stress management, leadership, coastal security, and more.
- Special Initiatives: The program included awareness campaigns on drug abuse prevention, tourism policing, and a road safety rally in Puducherry.
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): RRU signed an MoU with the Puducherry Police Department to provide ongoing specialized training for police officers.
- Community Involvement: Engagement with local schools and women’s self-help groups to promote social issues like drug abuse prevention and parenting awareness.
- Conclusion: The program ended with a road safety awareness rally led by students, faculty, and Puducherry Traffic Police.
Rashtriya Raksha University Reaches a Milestone with “Mission Karmayogi” in Puducherry
The Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) Puducherry Campus celebrated the accomplishment of 100 hours of rigorous training sessions under the auspices of “Mission Karmayogi – Puducherry.” The objective of this program, which ran from August 1 to August 12, 2024, was to improve and fortify the abilities of Puducherry Union Territory police officers.
A National Initiative to Build Stronger Civil Services
The “Mission Karmayogi” is a component of a wider national framework aimed at enhancing the capabilities of Indian civil personnel. Under the direction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this project aims to change the way government personnel view their work from mundane tasks to becoming genuine “karma yogis,” or people who labor with responsibility, purpose, and passion. Another goal of this new framework is to transition public service management from a rule-based to a role-based structure.
100 Hours of Training Focused on Key Areas
Puducherry police officers participated in a 12-day program that provided them with extensive training in many vital areas, all aimed at improving their effectiveness in their positions. The course included leadership development in the security forces, addressing financial frauds and forensic accounting, using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for improved policing and catastrophe prevention, and effectively managing stress in their demanding responsibilities.
Additionally, officers received training on community intelligence, gender sensitization, and the changing responsibilities of women in international policing. The course focused on the practical side of law enforcement, including how to handle crime scenes, file First Information Reports (FIRs), and stay up to date on the most recent legal changes.
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Engaging with the Community and Raising Awareness
The police participated in outreach initiatives within the community as part of this endeavor. One such initiative involved police officers educating students about cybersecurity risks and drug misuse prevention at Adventist School. To talk about the value of parenting in the rapidly evolving world of today, officers also worked with a women’s self-help group.
Training sessions also addressed tourism policing, an important topic in a place like Puducherry that receives visitors from all over the world. Additionally, the officers were trained on how to employ cutting-edge technologies like Robocop to promote responsible and safe tourism.
A Valedictory Ceremony Honoring the Participants
On September 27, 2024, the RRU Puducherry Campus hosted a valedictory event to mark the end of the training program. The chief guest at the ceremony was Smt. Shalini Singh, IPS, the Director General of Police, Puducherry. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Puducherry, Shri Brijendra Kumar Yadav, and Senior Superintendent of Police, Shri R. Kalaivanan, were among the other distinguished visitors.
DGP Smt. Shalini Singh gave a speech in which she thanked the police officers for their diligence and commitment to the training. She emphasized to the students present how frequently their efforts go unappreciated and emphasized the importance of the police in upholding law and order in society.
RRU’s Collaboration with the Puducherry Police Department
A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was established between the Puducherry Police Department and RRU Puducherry Campus in addition to the training sessions. To guarantee that police personnel in the area will always have access to specialized training and chances for capacity-building, this agreement lays the groundwork for further partnership.
Special Focus on Traffic Management and Road Safety
A campaign to raise awareness of road safety was the program’s unique community-driven effort. The Puducherry Traffic Police Division, along with educators and students, organized a protest on September 5, 2024, with the subject “Safe Roads, Save Lives: Striving for Zero Fatalities,” to encourage safe driving habits. The Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi signals were two of Puducherry’s four main junctions where the rally was held. Armed with safety messages and banners, the participants sought to increase public awareness of road safety.
Gandhi Thidal, a well-liked and scenic location in Puducherry on Beach Road, served as the rally’s endpoint. The ad served as a potent reminder of the value of defensive driving and the fact that small acts may make a big difference in lives.
A Broader Vision for Civil Services
The RRU Puducherry Campus’s “Mission Karmayogi” effort has set the stage for upcoming initiatives that will fortify and bolster the country’s civil services. Through its emphasis on the professional and personal growth of police personnel, the program seeks to significantly improve public administration practices.
There is little doubt that the Puducherry Police Department will become a more competent and effective law enforcement agency as a result of RRU’s continuous capacity-building support. We anticipate seeing even more cutting-edge projects and activities that will help Puducherry’s residents as well as police officers as the relationship between RRU and the Puducherry Police Department strengthens.
Even though this 100-hour program has been successful, RRU and the Puducherry Police Department are determined to keep working together to make the area safer and more secure for everyone.
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