Gurugram: Police personnel who have played a key role in combating drug abuse were honoured during a grand Vijayadashami celebration organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Gurugram district, in collaboration with the Shri Shakti Mandir Committee, Sector-23.
Held at the HSVP-HUDA Ground near NorthCap University, the event witnessed participation from over 5,000 people and was themed “Drug-Free Society for Nation Building.” Bajrang Lal Bagra, Central General Secretary of the VHP, felicitated police officers with commendation certificates and mementoes for their contribution to anti-drug initiatives.
Addressing the gathering, Bajrang Lal Bagra said Vijayadashami is not only a celebration of the victory of good over evil but also a call to eliminate social evils such as substance abuse. He emphasized that a drug-free society can be achieved only through the collective efforts of law enforcement agencies, social organizations, families and youth.
The programme also featured Shastra Puja and the burning of a 51-foot Ravana effigy, symbolizing the triumph of righteousness over evil.
Among those honoured were Sub-Inspectors Rajbir Singh, Harpal, Jagbir Singh and Dharmendra, Assistant Sub-Inspectors Bhudev and Raj Kumar, Lower Head Constable Raj Bala, and Inspectors Sumit, Narendra and Sudhir. Senior VHP leaders, temple committee members and volunteers were also present at the event.