Uttarakhand Police recruitment for 1,600 vacant posts soon: CM Dhami

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Wednesday that a recruitment process for approximately 1,600 vacant posts across various units of the Uttarakhand Police will commence soon. The announcement was made at the Police Lines in Dehradun during Police Commemoration Day, where CM Dhami also unveiled several initiatives aimed at strengthening the police system and ensuring the welfare of police personnel.

These initiatives include a significant increase in the annual budget for police stations, upgrades to police infrastructure, and continued support for the families of martyred personnel. The announcements come as the Uttarakhand Police prepares for further recruitment, with approximately 2,500 vacant positions currently existing within the department.

Police Recruitment and Welfare Initiatives

Chief Minister Dhami detailed a series of measures designed to enhance the capabilities and living conditions of the state’s police force. Among the key announcements, the annual budget allocated for the operational requirements of police stations is set to double from ₹4 crore to ₹8 crore. Also, initiatives will be undertaken to upgrade all Police Modern Schools across the state, and transit hostels along with multi-story barracks for police personnel will be constructed in Dehradun.

The police hospital located in Dehradun is also slated for an upgrade. Also, a State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre is currently under construction at an approximate cost of ₹32 crore. To enhance women’s safety, quick response teams have been formed at every police station. CM Dhami also reiterated that ‘Agniveers’ will be given priority in state government jobs, including the Uttarakhand Police.

Acknowledging Sacrifices and Service

During the Police Commemoration Day event, Chief Minister Dhami paid tribute to martyred personnel of the police and paramilitary forces. He noted that over the past year, 154 personnel across the country made the supreme sacrifice while in the line of duty. Since the formation of Uttarakhand, 206 personnel of the state police have laid down their lives.

This year, approximately ₹50 lakh was provided to the families of the deceased from the Police Martyrs’ Fund. An ex-gratia amount of about ₹31 crore has been disbursed so far under the Police Salary Package scheme. In recognition of exemplary service, 319 police personnel have been honoured with various medals and commendations this year. Assistance of ₹1.16 crore was provided to 25 personnel from Jeevan Rakshak Nidhi this year, and scholarships totalling ₹34 lakh were awarded to 446 meritorious children.

Strengthening Police Infrastructure and Operations

The state has seen significant efforts in improving police infrastructure and operational efficiency. Over the past three years, around ₹500 crore has been sanctioned for police housing, leading to an increase in the police housing satisfaction rate from 18% to 22%, with a target of 30%. In the current financial year, over ₹58 crore has been released for police stations, fire stations, barracks, messes, and other workplaces.

As for personnel, 785 police personnel were promoted this year. Direct recruitment included 1,573 constables in civil police and 370 in PAC. The recruitment process for 222 posts of Sub-Inspector, Platoon Commander, and Fire Service Second Officer has been completed, and 24 dependents of martyred police personnel have been given appointments. The Uttarakhand Police also ensured a safe and smooth experience for nearly 5 crore Kanwar pilgrims this year, and more than 60 lakh devotees participated in the Char Dham Yatra so far. A 24×7 police help desk is also being established at AIIMS Rishikesh.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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