Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh): At least 280 women will join the platoon of 'Bastar Fighters' after completing their training at the Police Training College (PTC) in Rajnandgaon on Friday. Bastar Fighters is a special unit of the Chhattisgarh Police deployed in the Naxal-hit Bastar division of the state. A convocation ceremony was organized here on this occasion which was attended by Inspector General of Police OP Pal along with other officials.
Talking to the media, IG OP Pal said, "These women Bastar fighters parading so energetically show their hard work and passion to do something for the people of their state. Enrollment of the local youth will help in improving the safety and security of the people of the state. This in turn will help people to gain trust in the police. This is the Passing Out Parade for 280 women who will now be a part of the Bastar Fighters."
OP Pal further said, "The enthusiasm of these women constables shows how dedicated they are to their work. I hope they will give their best. We all also hope that when they go to the field, they will do their best to fight the Naxals."
