New Delhi: An atmosphere full of emotion, respect and pride was seen in the Adarsh Auditorium of Delhi Police Headquarters on Wednesday. A piping ceremony was organized in honor of 73 policemen who have been responsible for the security and law and order of the capital over the years. On the occasion of retirement, these policemen were awarded the next higher honorary post from their present post. Along with senior officers of Delhi Police, family members of the retiring policemen were also present in the ceremony.
The function was presided over by Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar. He congratulated the retiring policemen for their years of dedicated service and honored them by placing badges of the next higher honorary rank on their shoulders. This moment was emotional and proud for the policemen.
Honored for years of service
During the ceremony, Delhi Police Commissioner said that police service is not an easy responsibility. Policemen stay on the streets day and night and perform responsibilities related to the safety of common citizens, law and order and public service. He appreciated the hard work, dedication and dedication of the retired policemen during their long service.
The Commissioner also specially underlined the role of families of policemen on this occasion. He said that when the policemen are on duty in difficult circumstances, their families support them strongly from behind. The sacrifice, support and encouragement of families gives policemen the strength to perform challenging responsibilities.
The relationship of service does not end with the uniform.
The Police Commissioner said that policemen have direct contact with the public and the policemen present on the road in uniform create a sense of security and trust among the common citizens. He appealed to the retired policemen to keep sharing their experiences with the society and the department and continue their role as ambassadors of the good works of Delhi Police.
He said that during police service, policemen often do not get enough time for their families. Due to job busyness, many personal desires and long pending plans also get left behind. In such a situation, after retirement, they will get an opportunity to spend time with family and fulfill their unfulfilled desires.
73 personnel got honorary position
A total of 73 retired policemen were awarded the next higher honorary posts at the ceremony. In these-
One constable was given the honorary post of head constable.
Two head constables got the honorary rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI).
21 Assistant Sub-Inspectors were given the honorary rank of Sub-Inspector.
49 sub-inspectors were given the honorary rank of inspector.
The auditorium erupted in applause when the stars and badges of their next honorary rank were decorated on the shoulders of the retired policemen. It was not just a formal ceremony, but became a symbol of the department’s respect for years of hard work, responsibility and service.
A moment of pride for families too
The presence of families of retired policemen on this occasion made the ceremony more special. This day was also full of pride and emotion for the families who had seen their relatives off for duty on festivals, family functions and many other important occasions over the years.
Delhi Police Commissioner wished all the retired personnel a healthy, happy and contented life. He assured that even after retirement, all of them will remain an integral part of the police family.