KUPWARA, OCT 12: Sudhanshu Dhama, formally assumed charge as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara on Monday at District Police Headquarters, Kupwara, marking a transition in the leadership of the district police establishment.
The charge was formally handed over by outgoing SSP Al Tahir Gilani, who has been posted as SSP Police Control Room (PCR), Srinagar, as part of the latest administrative reshuffle.
Upon his arrival at the District Police Headquarters, Dhama was accorded a warm welcome by senior officers and personnel of District Police Kupwara. A ceremonial Guard of Honour was also presented to mark his assumption of charge.
The transition comes with the incoming officer taking over the leadership of the district police establishment, which is responsible for maintaining law and order, strengthening security arrangements and ensuring effective policing across Kupwara district.
The formal handover marked the completion of the leadership transition, with Dhama assuming responsibility as the new district police chief.
