SHOPIAN: In a continued drive to foster closer ties with the community and ensure responsive policing, Police in Shopian organized Thana Diwas at Police Station Imamsahib. The programme provided a direct platform for residents to voice their concerns. The SHO, PS Imamsahib interacted with the participants in an open and friendly manner, patiently hearing their grievances and assuring them of timely redressal. Issues beyond the immediate scope of the police, it was conveyed, would be taken up with higher authorities for appropriate action.
Emphasizing the importance of collective responsibility, the public was encouraged to actively support the police in preserving peace and harmony in the area. Particular focus was laid on community cooperation in identifying anti-national and anti-social elements, including those engaged in the menace of drug trafficking. The interaction saw enthusiastic participation from prominent members of the local community and civil society, including Auqaf Committees, Numberdars, Chowkidars, representatives of trade federations and transporters.
Thana Diwas is a flagship initiative of the J&K Police aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability and police–public cooperation through direct engagement. J&K Police reaffirmed its commitment to people-friendly policing and stated that such outreach programmes will continue in the future.


