CM Mohan Charan Majhi urges new officers to uphold discipline, shun corruption and protect the vulnerable

Bhubaneswar, September 4: The 13th batch of Cadet Sub-Inspectors of the Odisha Police formally joined the force after successfully completing two years of intensive indoor and outdoor training. The passing-out parade was held at the Biju Patnaik State Police Academy in Bhubaneswar on Friday, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attending the ceremony as the chief guest.

A total of 336 newly appointed Sub-Inspectors, including 70 women officers, passed out from the academy. Congratulating the new officers, Majhi said the growing participation of women in the police force reflected the changing social landscape of Odisha and was an important sign of women's empowerment.

Addressing the cadets, the Chief Minister said the passing-out parade was more than a ceremonial occasion. It represented the culmination of dedication, discipline, sacrifice and hard work. He reminded the young officers that the police uniform carries constitutional authority as well as a major responsibility toward society.

Majhi urged the officers to use their authority responsibly and ensure justice for vulnerable sections of society. He stressed that police personnel must maintain a balance between firmness against criminals and sensitivity toward innocent citizens.

The Chief Minister also highlighted the need for SMART POLICING to meet emerging challenges. With cybercrime, technological fraud and other forms of modern crime becoming increasingly sophisticated, he called upon the new officers to embrace technology and modern policing methods.

He outlined key principles for the young officers, including complete rejection of corruption, strict adherence to discipline, and responsible use of official power. He said officers must protect innocent people, take firm legal action against criminals and ensure that no innocent person is harassed.

Majhi said the state government was committed to strengthening the police force through recruitment, infrastructure and modernization. According to him, 17,794 new posts have been created during the past two years, while 5,817 posts have been filled. Vehicles and fuel allowances have also been provided to improve the functioning of police stations.

The Chief Minister reiterated the government's commitment to making Odisha a drug-free state by 2029. He also said that maintaining peace and law and order would be crucial for Odisha's industrialization and overall development in the coming decade.

Speaking at the ceremony, Director General of Police Vinaytosh Mishra urged the newly inducted officers to remain committed to delivering justice to the people. He acknowledged the difficulties associated with police service and called for courage, integrity and dedication while performing their duties.

Mishra also emphasized the importance of technology and smart policing in tackling emerging threats, particularly cybercrime. He praised the Odisha Police for its achievements in countering Maoist and Naxal violence.

Several outstanding cadets were felicitated during the ceremony. P. Nalini Rao received the Governor's Medal, trophy and a cash prize of ₹10,000 for securing the highest overall marks. Tejaswini Mahantaray, Yudhishthira Behera, Laxman Kumar Mahanta, Sasmita Khuntia, Niharika Tripathi and Ashutosh Nayak were also honoured for their exceptional performances in different areas of police training.

Director of the Biju Patnaik State Police Academy and Inspector General of Police Anup Kumar Sahoo delivered the welcome address and presented the academy's annual report.

Senior police officials, instructors, family members and guardians of the newly inducted officers and media representatives attended the passing-out ceremony.

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