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J&K Police add fresh muscle to fight terror, drugs

  • Abid Bashir
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  • 11 May 2026

600 women among 4,000 recruited DGP calls them 'force multipliers' ‘Recruitment for 6,484 more initiated’

Srinagar, May 10: Jammu & Kashmir Police on Sunday received a major manpower boost with nearly 4,000 newly selected constables joining the force in one of the biggest recruitment drives conducted in recent years. Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat welcomed the recruits, saying they would significantly strengthen anti-terror operations, law-and-order management, and the ongoing fight against narcotics.

Speaking at the appointment letter distribution ceremony at the Armed Police Complex Zewan, Srinagar, the DGP described the recruits as "force multipliers" who would enhance the operational capabilities of J&K Police, particularly in anti-terror operations across mountains, forests, and remote areas. Among the selected candidates are more than 600 women, while many others are graduates, postgraduates, and B.Tech and M.Tech degree holders.

"With the joining of these recruits, our operational strength will increase considerably, and vacancies within the force will reduce," the Prabhat said, adding that the sanctioned strength of constables in J&K Police is around 53,000 while a little over 40,000 personnel are currently serving. He revealed that the recruitment process for another 6,484 constables has already been initiated.

The DGP said the massive response to the recruitment process—over 5.5 lakh candidates had applied from across J&K for posts advertised in 2014—reflects the aspirations of Jammu and Kashmir's youth and their willingness to contribute towards peace and nation-building.

"To a large extent, under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, new dimensions of peace, security and development have emerged. Youth now want to move ahead in the national mainstream," he said.

Calling J&K Police one of the bravest police forces in the country, the DGP reminded the recruits that the force has been serving the nation since 1873 and has made immense sacrifices—1,620 personnel have laid down their lives in the line of duty. "This is our golden legacy, and you are now inheritors of that legacy. Your responsibility is not only to fight terrorism and crime but also to eliminate the growing menace of drugs," he said.

The J&K Police chief said the newly recruited constables would receive specialised training in physical fitness, mental resilience, jungle warfare, technology, and modern policing methods, adding that technically qualified recruits would be utilised in specialised and technology-driven assignments. He also encouraged recruits to volunteer for elite units such as Snow Leopards, Markhor, and the Special Operations Group (SOG).

Describing the police uniform as a symbol of sacrifice and discipline, he urged the recruits to uphold public trust and maintain respectful conduct while dealing with civilians. "There should be no misbehaviour with the public. Mutual respect and public trust are essential in policing. You are no longer ordinary civilians. We wear our uniform with pride and serve with humility," the DGP added.

 

 

 

 

 

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