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Evolution of Kerala Police

The evolution of the Kerala Police, from a crude instrument of feudal power to that of a contemporary law enforcing agency, was symbolically displayed in a distinctive parade that marked the conclusion of the State Police Duty Meet-2006 here on Monday.

The pageant started with spear wielding policemen dressed in Travancore-era uniforms marching past the VIP enclosure. Close on their heels marched policewomen sporting the uniforms of the first State Police Woman constabulary that was raised in 1939. Policemen clothed in post-Independence era uniforms, marked by their conical hats and bulging knee length shorts, drew applause from the crowd.

The modern face of the police was reflected in the space suit like protective wear and hi-tech equipment of the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad. The members of the newly formed State police commando unit, dressed in black and cradling assault rifles, seemed a formidable presence.

Inspector-General of Police, Crime Branch, Rishi Raj Singh, and Superintendent of Police, Crime Branch, Manoj Abraham, organised the march past. The police dogs and their handlers stole the show at the concluding ceremony. The dogs ran down "thieves" and detected explosives.

G. Anand

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