GANGTOK, : To ensure enhanced safety, security and law enforcement in the
region, a new police picket post has been established at Som under Dentam
police station. It was inaugurated by area MLA Sudesh Kumar Subba in the
presence of Gyalshing SP Tshering Sherpa, Dentam SHO Aita Hang Subba,
zillapanchayat members, panchayat presidents and members of the surrounding
GPUs, senior citizens and local residents.
During
the programme, the Gyalshing SP briefed on the strategic significance of the
newly established police picket post, a press release informs.
He
highlighted that the post has been set up in a geographically sensitive
location that often faces challenges in terms of connectivity, especially
during the monsoon season. The area remains vulnerable to road blockages and
landslides, which frequently disrupt transportation and isolate the local
population from timely access to essential services, informs the release.
“The
picket post will serve as a crucial point of assistance, ensuring continuity of
law enforcement, emergency response and public support during such critical
periods.”
Addressing
the gathering, the area MLA expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the
district police administration in establishing the police picket post in one of
the most critical and strategically important areas of the region. He
emphasized that the new picket post would play a vital role in maintaining law
and order, particularly during the monsoon season when connectivity is
frequently disrupted.
The
MLA further stated that such initiatives are crucial in fostering a safe and
secure environment, which is essential for the overall development and
well-being of the community. He encouraged active cooperation between the
police and the public, noting that mutual trust and collaboration are key
components of effective community policing.
Subba
highlighted the significance of the newly established police picket post for
the welfare and convenience of the local population, stating that it would
bring essential law enforcement services closer to the people, the release
adds.
