Port Blair, May 23: Recognizing the plight of unemployed youths who possess the required qualifications and skills for Sub Inspector Post in Andaman & Nicobar Police but lack the driving licences, the Member of Parliament of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Director General of Police, A&N Islands to consider granting a six-month grace period for all aspiring candidates to obtain the required driving licences for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers.

In a letter addressed to the Director General of Police, the Member of Parliament pointed out a particular clause mentioned in the recruitment notice, which states that candidates must possess a valid driving licence for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers.

He mentioned that such a requirement was not included in previous recruitment drives. Consequently, many candidates who wish to apply for the position of Sub Inspector were unaware of this criterion and did not prepare the necessary driving licences. As a result, it is anticipated that a significant number of deserving candidates will be automatically disqualified from even applying for the post.

In the interest of unemployed youths who possess the required qualifications and skills but lack the driving licences, the Member of Parliament requested to consider allowing a six-month time to all aspiring candidates to obtain the necessary driving licences for two-wheelers and four-wheelers.

He said that six months will provide ample time for candidates to complete the licence application process and fulfill this newly introduced requirement. He added that this will ensure a fair and equal opportunity for all eligible candidates.

He also requested to continue the recruitment process without any disturbance during this extended period. “This will allow candidates to complete the necessary driving licence requirements and submit the relevant documentation to the department within the given timeframe,” the MP said.