From classrooms to command centres: Top students shadow Khanna SSP for a day

Under the Punjab Government’s initiative, Ek Din, DC/SSP De Sang, Amandeep Kaur, Taranveer Singh and Niharika Gujral, top-three meritorious students from the district had the privilege of spending a day with Khanna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jyoti Yadav Bains.

Amandeep Kaur from the Residential School for Meritorious Students and Niharika Gujral from Shaheed-E-Azam Sukhdev Thapar Government Girls School of Eminence achieved an impressive 98.40 per cent in their Class XII board exams, while Taranveer Singh from Government Senior Secondary School, Sekhewal, scored a commendable 98 per cent. They had an exclusive opportunity to gain insights into the workings of the Punjab Police by spending a day with the SSP.

The day began with SSP Bains welcoming the students and sharing her inspiring journey of becoming an IPS officer. She spoke about the challenges, dedication and passion needed for serving in one of India’s most prestigious services, motivating the students to pursue their dreams with determination and resilience. She emphasised the importance of discipline, hard work and public service, leaving a lasting impression on the young minds.

The students were then taken on an extensive tour of key facilities under the Khanna Police’s jurisdiction. They visited the state-of-the-art Integrated Command and Control Centre, where they learnt about the advanced technology and systems used for real-time monitoring through CCTVs. At the Khanna Traffic Cell, they were briefed on traffic management system and the role of technology in ensuring road safety. The students also explored the Punjab Police Mahila Mitra initiative, which focuses on empowering women and addressing gender-based issues, as well as the Khanna Digital Map, a tool used for strategic planning and crime mapping. The tour concluded at the Control Room, where the students gained insights into police operations, including emergency responses and coordination with various departments. Further, the students were also detailed about the complaint redress system.

Later, a special lunch was hosted by SSP Bains for the students, where she answered their questions, and shared anecdotes from her career. At the end, the SSP felicitated Amandeep Kaur, Taranveer Singh and Niharika Gujral for their outstanding academic achievements and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence.