Greetings to all of you. Due to the cessation of the students' agitation, this independence day has passed off very peacefully indeed. I commend everyone for their cooperation in ensuring an incident-free Independence Day.

I had mentioned in one of my earlier editorials that we shall be releasing, very soon, special public interest booklets that are intended for the benefit of women and children. The first of these is in the final stages of completion and we plan to release this booklet very shortly. In the coming days, we will also be releasing booklets aimed at tackling offences such as vehicle thefts, burglary, and other criminal acts. I invite suggestions from all those of you who may have specific ideas in these matters.

At the start of the 57th year of our Country's independence from foreign rule, let us all take a pledge to put up a joint front against terrorism, goondaism, and anti-social activities such as drug and alcohol abuse. Let us also strive to eliminate all forms of social violence that tend to tear apart the social fabric of our communities. I wish to request each one of you to assist us in putting an end to such evil tendencies in our midst, by providing us with timely and accurate information. However, please do spare a thought for possible innocent victims of false or inaccurate information, since we are duty-bound to follow up on all leads, some of which may lead to discomfort or humiliation for innocent bystanders as well. We hope to avoid all such unnecessary and unfortunate incidents with your help and cooperation.

This year's Independence Day Parade by Police witnessed the participation of a full contingent of Vanitha police for the first time ever, and I am happy to state that their performance was indeed commendable. I extend my best wishes to each one of them.

I am also happy to announce that the all-round performance of the specially constituted Highway Police Squad for the Thrissur District has been adjudged to be the best, from all over the State of Kerala. I am sure that this accolade will act as a spur in their professional future, encouraging them to strive ever harder in public interest. I congratulate them for their avhievement, on behalf of the public of Thrissur.

I continue to be at your service, on behalf of the members of the Thrissur Police, and seek to provide an improved array of services in coming weeks and months. Please do feel free to communicate with me through this website on any matter whatever. Regards and Best wishes.

Thanking you,

G. Janardhanan Nair IPS