Poonch, June 19: Acting on the directions of senior officers, Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP) Poonch, Dr. Ajay Sharma, on Thursday conducted durbars at Surankote and Poonch to review the welfare, operational preparedness, and professional requirements of Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel.
The durbar at Surankote was attended by personnel from SOG Surankote, SOG Draba, and SOG Marha, while a separate interaction was held with personnel of SOG Poonch at the unit camp.
During the meetings, Dr. Sharma reviewed welfare-related matters, living conditions, training requirements, and operational issues concerning the personnel. He stressed the importance of maintaining the highest standards of discipline, physical fitness, and professional competence to effectively address evolving security challenges.
Addressing the troops, the Addl. SP commended their dedication, commitment, and valuable contribution towards maintaining peace and security in the district. He encouraged them to continue serving the nation with zeal, devotion, and an unwavering sense of duty while upholding the finest traditions of the force.
While interacting with SOG Poonch personnel, Dr. Sharma described the unit as a premier force with a distinguished legacy of courage, sacrifice, and operational excellence. He hailed its personnel as the “Bravest of the Brave” and urged them to continue living up to the reputation earned through years of dedicated and selfless service.
He also underscored the need for enhanced coordination and synergy with sister security agencies to ensure effective intelligence sharing and operational effectiveness. Emphasis was laid on area domination, strengthening ground-level intelligence networks, maintaining a visible presence in vulnerable areas, and promoting community engagement to build public trust and confidence.
The personnel were advised to remain approachable and responsive to the concerns of the public, particularly in matters relating to the safety and security of life and property. The Addl. SP highlighted the importance of maintaining close interaction with local communities and addressing their security concerns in a timely manner.
The troops were encouraged to freely share their suggestions and grievances. Issues raised during the durbars were heard patiently, and necessary directions were issued for their prompt redressal.
The durbars concluded with a reaffirmation of District Police Poonch’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel and to maintaining a strong security environment through professionalism, vigilance, and people-centric policing.
