Honoring Heroes: DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Bids Farewell

Director General of Police Rashmi Ranjan Swain visited the martyrs' memorial at Pratap Park to honor the sacrificed security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. Reflecting on his 30-year career, Swain expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and emphasized the importance of peace and prosperity in the region.

Director General of Police Rashmi Ranjan Swain visited the martyrs' memorial at Pratap Park on Monday to pay homage to security forces who sacrificed their lives in the fight against insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir.

"A martyr's memorial for a police officer is a place of worship, especially when an officer serves in Jammu and Kashmir where hundreds have been martyred. I feel I could have been one of those who made the supreme sacrifice," she said.

Reflecting on his 30-year career as he prepared to retire later on Monday, Swain acknowledged the sacrifices made by his colleagues. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the people of Jammu and Kashmir, calling it a significant chapter of his life.

"I was given the opportunity by the government to serve the people of Jammu and Kashmir. This opportunity does not come to all. I am grateful to the government and to my colleagues and other security partners," he said.

Looking back on his tenure, Swain highlighted his efforts to bring lasting peace to the region. He emphasized that peace with dignity required more than just words; it demanded sincere and hard work. Swain aimed to remove fear and bring happiness and prosperity to both his force and the people.

"Everybody in Jammu and Kashmir should be able to enjoy peace, live prosperously, free of fear and intimidation," he added.

Nalin Prabhat, currently the director general of police (law and order) in Jammu and Kashmir, will take over from Swain later in the day.

(With inputs from agencies.)