PRESIDENT OF INDIA PRESENTS THE ‘PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S POLICE COLOUR’ TO THE SIKKIM POLICE

POLICE MUST EVOLVE INTO PARTNERS AND GUIDES FOR THE CITIZENS: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU Posted On: 28 MAY 2026 12:25PM by PIB Delhi The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at Gangtok today (May 28, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all officers and police personnel associated with the Sikkim Police in the past and present for this honour. She was happy to note that since its establishment in 1897, this force has worked to ensure peace, security, and justice in Sikkim. The President said that India's policing system has the imprint of a prolonged period of colonial rule. During the era of colonial subjugation, the primary objective of the police was not to serve the public but to control them and strictly enforce the dictates of the ruling regime. Consequently, a colonial mindset took root within the police system. Under this mindset, the prevailing attitude within the police was one of ruling over the public, rather than one of cooperating with them. This mindset is now transforming. She stressed that to empower the citizens of the nation, it is essential to completely shed this colonial outlook. Only then will the citizens be able to contribute wholeheartedly to the achievement of the goal of Viksit Bharat. The President underlined that transparency and accountability are absolutely indispensable within the policing system. She stated that the police apparatus must be made more citizen-friendly so that ordinary people can register their grievances without fear. Priority must also be accorded to adopting a sensitive approach towards women, children, and vulnerable sections of society. The President said that the police must evolve into partners and guides for the citizens. By embracing this collaborative role, trust between the public and the police will be strengthened. When the police understand people's problems and extend assistance, it will simultaneously enhance the sense of security within society and deepen respect for the rule of law. She emphasised that the objective of the policing system should not be confined merely to apprehending criminals, but should extend to building a secure and socially conscious society. ​ The President was happy to note that the Sikkim Police has made a significant contribution to maintaining peace and harmony in Sikkim. Through their professional conduct and friendly demeanour towards the citizens, it has earned the affection and respect of the people of Sikkim. Please click here to see the President's speech- *** MJPS/SS/PRK (Release ID: 2266155) Visitor Counter : 1711 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Nepali , Manipuri , Bengali , Gujarati , Tamil , Malayalam President's Secretariat PRESIDENT OF INDIA PRESENTS THE ‘PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S POLICE COLOUR’ TO THE SIKKIM POLICE POLICE MUST EVOLVE INTO PARTNERS AND GUIDES FOR THE CITIZENS: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU Posted On: 28 MAY 2026 12:25PM by PIB Delhi The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at Gangtok today (May 28, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all officers and police personnel associated with the Sikkim Police in the past and present for this honour. She was happy to note that since its establishment in 1897, this force has worked to ensure peace, security, and justice in Sikkim. The President said that India's policing system has the imprint of a prolonged period of colonial rule. During the era of colonial subjugation, the primary objective of the police was not to serve the public but to control them and strictly enforce the dictates of the ruling regime. Consequently, a colonial mindset took root within the police system. Under this mindset, the prevailing attitude within the police was one of ruling over the public, rather than one of cooperating with them. This mindset is now transforming. She stressed that to empower the citizens of the nation, it is essential to completely shed this colonial outlook. Only then will the citizens be able to contribute wholeheartedly to the achievement of the goal of Viksit Bharat. The President underlined that transparency and accountability are absolutely indispensable within the policing system. She stated that the police apparatus must be made more citizen-friendly so that ordinary people can register their grievances without fear. Priority must also be accorded to adopting a sensitive approach towards women, children, and vulnerable sections of society. The President said that the police must evolve into partners and guides for the citizens. By embracing this collaborative role, trust between the public and the police will be strengthened. When the police understand people's problems and extend assistance, it will simultaneously enhance the sense of security within society and deepen respect for the rule of law. She emphasised that the objective of the policing system should not be confined merely to apprehending criminals, but should extend to building a secure and socially conscious society. ​ The President was happy to note that the Sikkim Police has made a significant contribution to maintaining peace and harmony in Sikkim. Through their professional conduct and friendly demeanour towards the citizens, it has earned the affection and respect of the people of Sikkim. Please click here to see the President's speech- *** MJPS/SS/PRK (Release ID: 2266155) POLICE MUST EVOLVE INTO PARTNERS AND GUIDES FOR THE CITIZENS: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU" /> <span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at Gangtok today (May 28, 2026).</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px">Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all officers and police personnel associated with the Sikkim Police in the past and present for this honour. She was happy to note that since its establishment in 1897, this force has worked to ensure peace, security, and justice in Sikkim.</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px"><img alt="" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/PR12805202623TH.jpeg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px">The President said that India's policing system has the imprint of a prolonged period of colonial rule. During the era of colonial subjugation, the primary objective of the police was not to serve the public but to control them and strictly enforce the dictates of the ruling regime. Consequently, a colonial mindset took root within the police system. Under this mindset, the prevailing attitude within the police was one of ruling over the public, rather than one of cooperating with them. This mindset is now transforming. She stressed that to empower the citizens of the nation, it is essential to completely shed this colonial outlook. Only then will the citizens be able to contribute wholeheartedly to the achievement of the goal of Viksit Bharat.</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px"><img alt="" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/PR228052026I8H1.JPG" style="height:400px; width:600px" /></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px">The President underlined that transparency and accountability are absolutely indispensable within the policing system. She stated that the police apparatus must be made more citizen-friendly so that ordinary people can register their grievances without fear. Priority must also be accorded to adopting a sensitive approach towards women, children, and vulnerable sections of society.</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px"><img alt="" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/PR328052026RGBG.jpeg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",Times,serif; font-size:16px">The President said that the police must evolve into partners and guides for the citizens. By embracing this collaborative role, trust between the public and the police will be strengthened. When the police understand people's problems and extend assistance, it will simultaneously enhance the sense of security within society and deepen respect for the rule of law. She emphasised that the objective of the policing system should not be confined merely to apprehending criminals, but should extend to building a secure and socially conscious society.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">​</span></span><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">The President was happy to note that the Sikkim Police has made a significant contribution to maintaining peace and harmony in Sikkim. Through their professional conduct and friendly demeanour towards the citizens, it has earned the affection and respect of the people of Sikkim.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><a href="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/specificdocs/documents/2026/may/doc2026528878101.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Please click here to see the President's speech-</span></span></a></p> <p style="text-align:justify">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">***</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">MJPS/SS/PRK</span></span></p> " /> var mPlayer = document.getElementById("background_music"); var mPlayAction = document.getElementById("playbutton"); var isPlaying = false; function playAudio() { mPlayer.play(); isPlaying = true; document.getElementById('stopA').style.display = "block"; 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