Urges trainee officers to strengthen leadership, decision-making and technological skills to meet emerging policing challenges with integrity, discipline and accountability
Udhampur, 15 October:
Dr. Haseeb Mughal, IPS, IGP, Director, Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy (SKPA), Udhampur, held an introductory and interactive session with Probationary Deputy Superintendents of Police and Assistant Directors of the J&K Forest Protection Force undergoing basic training at the Academy.
The interaction focused on strengthening professional competence, fostering leadership qualities and preparing trainee officers to meet the evolving challenges of field service with confidence, integrity and accountability.
Addressing the trainees, the Director underscored that training at the Academy must go beyond theoretical knowledge and translate into practical skills, sound judgment and effective decision-making. He urged the officers to recognise the purpose and real-world relevance of every component of their training and to utilise this formative period to build a strong foundation for their professional careers.
Highlighting the rapidly changing landscape of policing, Dr. Mughal stressed the importance of continuous professional development, technological awareness and adaptability in addressing emerging law-and-order challenges. He encouraged the trainees to actively participate in all training activities and cultivate leadership, communication, problem-solving and crisis-management skills essential for effective field operations.
The Director also emphasised that physical fitness and mental well-being are integral to professional effectiveness. Observing that policing demands resilience, discipline and composure under pressure, he advised the trainees to maintain high standards of physical endurance while giving due attention to their mental health.
Reiterating the importance of staying abreast of the latest laws, procedures, technological advancements and contemporary policing practices, he encouraged the officers to develop a culture of continuous learning, professional reading and self-improvement throughout their careers.
The session concluded with a call to the trainee officers to make purposeful use of their training, uphold the highest standards of discipline and professional ethics, and discharge their duties with impartiality, dedication and an unwavering commitment to public service.
Dr. Mughal reaffirmed that SKPA Udhampur remains committed to delivering modern, technology-driven and professional training to develop competent, disciplined and future-ready officers equipped to meet the challenges of policing and public service.