VISIT OF HON’BLE GOVERNOR OF PUNJAB TO BORDER AREAS OF FEROZEPUR
VISIT OF HON’BLE GOVERNOR OF PUNJAB TO BORDER AREAS OF FEROZEPUR
Ferozepur, July 25, 2024: On 25th July 2024, Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, Sh. Banwari Lal Purohit, visited the bordering areas of the Ferozepur district. He chaired a meeting with BSF, Army, police, and civil administration officers to review the issues faced by the people in bordering areas. BSF delegation was led by Dr. Atul Fulzele, IPS, IG BSF Punjab. In his address to local population, Hon’ble Governor encouraged the Village Defence Committees (VDCs) to assist law enforcement agencies in curbing crime in border areas.
2. He also announced cash incentives for VDC members who provide information about Pakistani drones and reiterated the government’s commitment to upgrading technology to counter the rogue drone menace. During his visit, Hon’ble Governor attended an exhibition by the BSF, showcasing captured Pakistani drones. He highly appreciated BSF’s significant contribution to the security of Punjab and India. Hon’ble Governor emphasized that all state and central agencies are working in coordination to ensure that there is no threat to the national security.
