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Modi cautions police forces against elements exploiting caste fault lines
Ahmedabad, Dec 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged police forces to be vigilant in countering the “dark forces of radicalisation” and cautioned them against divisive elements exploiting caste fault lines, saying terrorism had been limited to a small geographical area due to effort of police forces.
Addressing the valedictory ceremony at the Conference of Directors General and Inspectors Generals of Police at Kevadia in Gujarat, he called for building capacities in the area of cyber security.
Modi urged the police forces “to be vigilant in countering the dark forces of radicalisation and to engender trust among all communities across the nation.”
Touching a note of caution, Modi noted that “caste fault lines are being exploited by divisive elements for short-term gains.”
He appreciated the officers for looking at all issues in the national perspective and said it was the “biggest achievement of the changed nature” of the annual conference over the last few years.
Modi praised the police forces for their success in countering terrorism, “and limiting it to a small geographical area of the country” and said people were proud of the police force in Jammu and Kashmir for their role in countering terrorists, and successfully engaging them.
He stressed the importance of inter-state coordination in tackling crime.
He urged the police forces to continue working for the unity and integrity of India. “Let us strengthen forces that promote unity, and isolate divisive forces at the grassroots level,” he said.
Noting that police personnel work hard in adverse circumstances, he said they often do not receive the recognition they deserve and called upon senior officers to work towards greater recognition of police personnel who work for the benefit of the people.
“Social media can be used effectively for this purpose,” he said.
Modi appreciated the parade by the police forces of various states at the Statue of Unity on Thursday and said it would truly have been inspirational for all those who witnessed it.
He announced an annual Sardar Patel award for contribution towards national integration, open to all Indians.
The Prime Minister also presented President’s Police Medals for Distinguished Service to IB officers and congratulated and appreciated the medal winning officers of IB for their dedication and commitment to service.
Modi released a commemorative postage stamp on the National Police Memorial and said the place should become a source of inspiration for all.
He launched the portal of the Cyber Coordination Centre which is envisaged as an umbrella platform that will help law enforcement agencies coordinate their efforts to solve all cyber crimes and incidents.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Ministers of State for Home Hansraj Ahir and Kiren Rijiju were present on the occasion.
The conference was held at a tent city set up near the newly-unveiled large statue of the country’s first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.