Public trust should be true strength of police, not weapons: Sikkim CM

Gangtok, Mar 2 (PTI) Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday said public trust should be the true strength of police, not weapons.

Speaking at the 'DGPs/IGPs Conference – Follow-up and Policy Deliberation Meeting', Tamang urged police personnel to serve citizens with compassion, integrity, and commitment.

Tamang said Sikkim's rich legacy of unity, respect, and harmony must continue to guide policing approach.

"I urge the force to remain firm and uncompromising with criminals, while being courteous, humane, and empathetic towards citizens," the CM said.

Observing that the uniform is a symbol of identity, pride, discipline, and duty, Tamang hailed the Sikkim Police for consistently maintaining law and order with professionalism, earning respect within the state and beyond.

Tamang extended full support to police in safeguarding society, saying, "Our government stands firmly with its police force as it remains the backbone of peace and security." PTI KDK MNB