Governor notes services of AR, police

IMPHAL, Feb 23 (DIPR)
Governor Dr Najma Heptulla handed over citation and Certificate of Appreciation for the year 2020 to different units of Assam Rifles, State Police and individuals at a solemn function organised by Governor’s Secretariat at Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, today.
The citation and Certificate of Appreciation were handed over to the respective Commandants and Superintendents of Police of 15 Assam Rifles, 31 Assam Rifles, 38 Assam Rifles, 39 Assam Rifles, 42 Assam Rifles, 43 Assam Rifles, Head Quarter IGAR (S), Narcotics & Border Affairs, Bishnupur Police, Thoubal Police, Ukhrul Police, Chandel Police, Tengnoupal Police and 1st Manipur Rifles Unit Band.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor said that the function was organized to appreciate and encourage the security forces who are contributing in bringing peace and tranquility in the State.
Stating that she had been associated with the United Nations Organization on Drug Control (UNODC), the Governor said she had joined many conferences and video conferences in which Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and India participated in the fight against drug menace.
In Manipur, there are many NGOs and organizations working tirelessly against drug menace and many cases have been reported where women are used in smuggling drugs. Many are addicted to psychotropic drugs. This is a serious issue and collective effort is needed to address the problem of drugs, she said.
Dr Najma said that today’s function was important as it provided an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and hard work of the security forces.
“It is important to gain appreciation and recognition from the Government/authority as well as from the public at large. Each and every citizen should also participate and contribute in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse,” she said.
Congratulating the recipients, Chief Minister N Biren Singh said Manipur has been facing various problems of drug abuse, drug smuggling, poppy plantation among others.
Due to the active involvement of the security forces, Manipur is becoming a normal State attracting many tourists. He appreciated the dedication of the Assam Rifles who are not only dealing with insurgents but are also involved in eradicating poppy plantation and other illegal activities that are prevailing in the State in collaboration with the State Police.
The Chief Minister added that Rs 10 crore has been earmarked in the budget to build a memorial for Major Bob Khathing at Ukhrul. Major Laishram Jotin Singh Ex-gratia Scheme has also been launched to honor defence personnel of the State who have sacrificed their lives for the Nation. There is also a plan to hoist the “biggest” National flag at INA Memorial, Moirang, he added.