JU Law School students visit City Police Station

JU Law School students during their visit to City Police Station, Jammu.
JU Law School students during their visit to City Police Station, Jammu.

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 22: In pursuance of the academic initiative aimed at bridging the gap between theoretical legal education and practical exposure, the students of the 6th Semester, B A LLB, The Law School, University of Jammu, undertook an educational visit to City Police Station, Shalamar, Jammu.
The programme was organized to provide students with first-hand exposure to the functioning of the criminal justice system, modern policing mechanisms, and the role of law enforcement agencies in promoting a drug-free and legally aware society under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
During the visit, the students were acquainted with the day-to-day functioning of a police station, procedural aspects of criminal investigations, and the use of modern technological tools such as the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS). The police officials also sensitized the students about the growing challenges posed by substance abuse in society and emphasized the importance of legal awareness, public participation, and youth involvement in achieving the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The students also took a pledge to contribute towards building a drug-free society.
An informative session was conducted by Vikram Bahu, SDPO City North, who elaborated upon the overall functioning of the police department, methods of investigation, and the importance of coordination between police officers and advocates in the administration of justice.
Shakti Devi, SHO, Police Station City, Jammu, during her interaction with the students, highlighted the challenges and responsibilities associated with policing and encouraged students to remain committed to ethical values and social responsibility in their professional lives. She also shared valuable experiences from her distinguished career in law enforcement, including her service with the United Nations in Afghanistan, which greatly inspired the students.
The session was further enriched by Mr Thapa, who shared practical experiences and operational perspectives relating to policing, criminal investigations, and public engagement.
The educational visit was organized under the guidance and directions of Prof Seema Rohmetra, Director, JU Law School, and was coordinated by Dr Bindu Sangra, Senior Assistant Professor.
The Faculty members who accompanied and assisted during the visit included Dr Rajneesh Khajuria, Dr Vandita Sharma, and Dr Ramesh Kumar.