GUWAHATI, Oct 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday paid tribute to more than 900 police personnel who have died in the line of duty since Independence, crediting their sacrifices with helping the state improve its security situation.
Sarma laid a wreath on Police Commemoration Day in memory of the personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in service to Assam. In a social media post, he said their contributions would remain etched in the state’s memory and stressed the need to safeguard the peace achieved over the years.
The Chief Minister attributed the decline in militancy and crime to the sacrifices of police personnel, stating that militancy had fallen to near-zero levels and crime had dropped sharply. He reiterated his government’s commitment to protecting the state’s peace and security.
Sarma also saluted Assam Police personnel for their service and dedication to maintaining law and order.
