In a heartfelt recognition of exemplary courage and selfless service, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday felicitated four police personnel who heroically saved 11 people, including five children, from drowning after their car plunged into the Sirhind Canal in Bathinda on July 23. The Chief Minister met the officers at his residence and lauded their bravery, describing the rescue as a shining example of the Punjab Police’s legacy of unwavering commitment to public service.
The brave team from the Police Control Room (PCR) included Assistant Sub-Inspectors Rajinder Singh and Narinder Singh, along with Constables Jaswant Singh and Harpal Kaur. Mann commended the quick and decisive action of the team, which prevented a major tragedy. He particularly praised ASI Narinder Singh, who, without hesitation, jumped into the strong canal current to rescue those trapped inside the submerged vehicle. Demonstrating extraordinary courage, Constable Jaswant Singh, who does not know how to swim, followed his colleague into the water, risking his own life to save others.
The Chief Minister noted that such selfless actions define the spirit of Punjab Police and reflect their deep sense of responsibility towards public welfare. He added that these acts go beyond the call of duty and symbolize the human face of policing. Bhagwant Mann also expressed appreciation for Constable Harpal Kaur and ASI Rajinder Singh for their role in coordinating the rescue and ensuring that every victim was brought to safety.
He also acknowledged the role of local citizens who stepped in to assist the police in the rescue effort, calling the entire operation a model of community and official synergy in the face of emergency. Mann described the incident as a rare instance of collective bravery that deserves the highest accolades.
As a gesture of gratitude and public recognition, the Chief Minister announced that all four officers will be awarded the prestigious Chief Minister’s Rakshak Padak during the upcoming state-level Independence Day celebrations. He also extended congratulations to Bathinda’s Senior Superintendent of Police, Avneet Kaundal, under whose leadership the team demonstrated such exceptional valor.
Bhagwant Mann expressed confidence that the courage and professionalism shown by the PCR team would inspire police personnel across Punjab to continue serving the state with passion and dedication. He reiterated his government’s commitment to honour and support such acts of bravery, which restore faith in law enforcement and uplift the morale of the force.
#PunjabPolice #BhagwantMann #SirhindCanalRescue #PoliceBravery #CMRakshakPadak #BathindaNews #HeroicRescue #PublicService #PunjabNews #AutoWebGeneratedNews
This is an auto web-generated news web story.
