Yogi Adityanath Reviews Passing-Out Parade of 57,000 Constables, Calls UP Police ‘Model Force for India’
In Lucknow, a significant moment unfolded on Sunday as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presided over a large-scale passing-out parade, marking the induction of nearly 57,000 newly trained constables into the Uttar Pradesh Police.
The recruits, who completed their training across 112 Recruit Training Centres, stood in formation as the Chief Minister took the salute and administered an oath centered on service, security, and good governance.
The ceremony was not limited to one venue—constables from 111 other training centres across the state joined the event virtually, making it one of the largest coordinated police training graduations in recent years.
Addressing the gathering at the Reserve Police Lines, the Chief Minister emphasized the dual responsibility of a police officer.
He noted that while officers must remain firm and uncompromising toward criminals, they should be equally empathetic and approachable with ordinary citizens.
Reflecting on the rigor of police training, he remarked that the hardships endured during training ultimately reduce risks in real-life duty situations.
During the ceremony, six women constables, including the parade commander, were honoured for their outstanding performance—an acknowledgment aimed at encouraging greater participation and excellence among women in the force. Police Chief Rajeev Krishna administered the oath to the recruits.
Highlighting ongoing reforms, the Chief Minister spoke about the modernization of the police force.
He noted that personnel are now being trained in line with national and international standards, with exposure to agencies like the National Investigation Agency.
Training now includes practical skills, soft skills, and specialized areas such as cybercrime investigation.
Dedicated cyber police stations have been established across districts, and the State Institute of Forensic Sciences in Lucknow is helping officers develop scientific investigation capabilities.
He described the current recruitment drive for 2025–26 as one of the largest in the state’s history, with over 12,000 women selected—marking a significant step toward gender inclusion in policing.
The synchronized आयोजन across 10 police training institutions, 73 district police lines, 29 PAC battalions, and 112 training centres also set a new benchmark for scale and coordination.
The event reflected not just the induction of new personnel, but also the evolving vision of policing in Uttar Pradesh—one that aims to combine discipline, technology, and human sensitivity in equal measure.
