Kerala’s Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, recently highlighted the crucial role of the police force, stating that their responsibilities extend far beyond just preventing crime. He emphasized their steadfast commitment to supporting citizens during emergencies and difficult times, proudly noting that the Kerala Police have consistently demonstrated this dedication through their actions, setting a national benchmark for “social policing.” This commendation was delivered during the Passing Out Parade for 104 newly trained Sub-Inspector cadets at the Kerala Police Academy.
Chief Minister Vijayan lauded the Kerala Police as a leading example nationwide, particularly in maintaining law and order, conducting scientific investigations, and combating cybercrime effectively. He affirmed the government’s sustained efforts to bolster the police force by enhancing infrastructure, modernizing forensic and cyber training capabilities, and ensuring a greater presence of women within the ranks, thereby boosting overall efficiency in investigations.
He specifically pointed out that these significant modernization initiatives have greatly streamlined the process of detecting and preventing financial crimes, allowing for quicker and more effective responses.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister underscored the state’s vision to forge a ‘New Kerala’ — a democratic and secular society that will thrive for future generations. He urged the police to seriously tackle pressing societal issues such as communalism and substance abuse, identifying their role as vital in eradicating these evils.
In his address, he also implored the force to prioritize the well-being of women, children, and the elderly, advocating for interactions with the public characterized by empathy and compassion. Concurrently, he reminded them of their duty to remain vigilant and effectively manage anti-social elements and criminals.
The impressive passing out parade featured four platoons, comprising 90 male and 14 female trainees. Chief Minister Vijayan personally presented awards to the top-performing cadets. The diverse educational background of the new recruits was notable, with 12 holding postgraduate degrees, 59 being graduates, three MBAs, one MCA, 26 BTechs, two MSWs, and one MTech holder.