Land transfer clears way for Police Lines in Dehra

The long-pending demand for a Police Lines in Dehra Police District has taken a step forward with the transfer of one hectare (2.5 acres) of land in Dhaliara to the Police Department.

The order for the transfer was issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Kangra on September 25, a spokesman of the district administration confirmed on Friday.

Dehra Congress MLA Kamlesh Thakur, wife of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who had been pursuing the matter for a long time, welcomed the development. “The allotment of land is a significant step in strengthening the newly created district. The dream of a Police Lines in Dehra is about to come true,” she said, thanking CM Sukhu and the state government.

The Police Department had originally sought around three hectares of land through the SDM of Dehra. Of this, one hectare has now been transferred. The MLA added that efforts would continue to secure the remaining land for a sports ground and an administrative building.

Earlier, the state government had allotted 8 kanals of land for the residential quarters of the SP, ASP and other officers.

Officials said tenders for the construction of the Police Lines would be floated soon to ensure timely execution. Once completed, the project will provide the police district with a permanent operational base and improved facilities for officers and staff.