Port Blair, Aug 17: Shri Kuldeep Rai Sharma, Member of Parliament, A&N Islands today held a meeting with the Director General of Police, A & N Islands, delving into two major issues related to the well-being of the police force in these Islands.

In the first issue discussed today, the Member of Parliament highlighted the Police Jawans' Posting Conditions at Border Look Out Posts (BLoPs) and voiced his concerns regarding the challenging working conditions faced by the police jawans stationed at the Border Look Out Posts (BLoPs) scattered across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. He applauded the exceptional dedication and commitment exhibited by these brave men, who execute their duties diligently even under the harshest of circumstances.

He mentioned that BLoPs such as Narcondum, Tillong Chang, Interview Island, East Island, Strait Island, Luis-in-Let-Bay, and Burmanallah are known for their inhospitable weather conditions and treacherous terrains. Despite these challenges, the police personnel stationed at these remote posts diligently carry out their duties, safeguarding the interests of the nation and its citizens.

He pointed out the recent extension of the posting durations to 60 to 90 days, as per Order No. 7666 dated 08 December 2022 and requested a reevaluation of the recent order, urging a return to the previous 30 to 45-day posting duration. He extended his heartfelt appreciation to the police personnel for their exceptional dedication and commitment to serving the region.

In the second issue the Member of Parliament brought up the issue of stagnation within the ranks of constables and head constables in the Andaman and Nicobar police force.

Drawing inspiration from a successful model implemented by the Delhi police, Shri Sharma suggested adopting the Special Grade Designation system to provide incentives and motivation to constables and head constables without incurring financial implications.

“The Delhi police's initiative, endorsed by the Director-General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D), involves the grant of Special Grade Designation to constables and head constables who have completed certain qualifying years of service. This designation, offered without a corresponding financial upgradation, serves to motivate the police personnel and boost their morale,” he mentioned.

The Member of Parliament proposed a similar system for the Andaman and Nicobar police force, considering the benefits reaped by the Delhi police in terms of motivation and morale. By granting Special Grade Designation to constables and head constables, the force could address the issue of stagnation within these ranks and ensure timely promotions for deserving officers.

He urged the Director General of Police to personally address this matter, underscoring the positive impact it could have on the hardworking police jawans.