🎙️ Punjab Police Officers on Weapons, Duty & Public Safety
🔐 Inside Punjab Police: Weapons, Training & Citizen Safety
Prajwal Sharma and Davinder Singh Rathore open up about the realities of police life — from their first moments handling weapons in training, to the heavy responsibility of carrying arms in public service.
They discuss how illegal weapons enter Punjab, the role of BSF and Police at borders, and why strict safety rules, drug testing, and re-training are critical for both officers and citizens. The conversation also highlights cybercrime, rising youth issues, and how public awareness can help reduce snatching, drugs, and crime in Mohali and beyond.
This episode is a deep look into law enforcement, discipline, and the partnership needed between police and public for a safer society.
👮♂️ Duty, Discipline & Danger – A Real Talk with Punjab Police Officers Prajwal Sharma & Davinder Singh Rathore
Prajwal Sharma and Davinder Singh Rathore — two proud Punjab Police officers — share their real experiences of weapon training, field duty, and life in uniform. In this candid Punjabi conversation, they open up about courage, responsibility, and discipline in modern policing.
Once IT professionals, both officers left corporate comfort to serve the nation. From gun safety to public trust, this episode offers a rare inside look into the mindset and challenges of India’s armed forces.
⚔️ First Encounter with Weapons
“The first time I picked up a gun, there was fear — what if it misfired? But with training, confidence replaced fear.”
Both officers describe their early firearm training — the noise, the recoil, and the strict safety protocols. Over time, they learned to trust their skills and the system.
💡 Key Insight: Confidence in the field begins with discipline on the range.
🎯 Rigorous Firearm Tests
Weapon tests carry 25 marks — scoring above 12 is mandatory to pass. Training includes group and individual firing, focusing on accuracy and calm under pressure.
💡 Key Insight: Accuracy isn’t just skill — it’s focus under fire.
🔒 Safety & Responsibility
Officers are trained to treat every weapon as loaded. Mishandling can lead to severe disciplinary action. Even a single missing bullet triggers an investigation.
“A bullet lost is like a life lost — you’re accountable for every round.”
💡 Key Insight: Safety isn’t optional — it’s a mindset.
🧼 Weapon Care & Maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance prevent accidents. Civilians cleaning old guns at home often cause mishaps, especially during festive seasons.
💡 Key Insight: The safest gun is an unloaded one — always check before cleaning.
🚫 Illegal Weapons & Smuggling
Illegal arms mostly enter Punjab from border routes. Punjab Police and BSF conduct joint operations to seal leaks and seize contraband.
Locally made “desi kattas” are unreliable and dangerous, often causing fatal self-injuries.
💡 Key Insight: A weapon without control is a threat to everyone.
🧠 Discipline, Duty & Mental Fortitude
“In this job, your heart must be strong — fear and hesitation can’t protect lives.” Officers highlight the importance of mental stability and physical fitness in policing.
💡 Key Insight: True strength is courage under control.
🏢 Inside the Punjab Police System
Punjab Police operates through multiple specialized wings:
- District Police – Law & order, public safety
- PBI – Punjab Bureau of Investigation, for criminal investigations
- PAP – Punjab Armed Police, for major deployments
- TSS – Technical Support Services, including HR & cyber units
- CID & Intelligence – For surveillance, security, and anti-terror work
💡 Key Insight: Modern policing is teamwork — from intelligence to investigation.
💻 Technology & Cybercrime
Officers shared how cyber threats are the new battleground. Punjab’s Cyber Crime Station in Mohali and helpline 1930 handle online scams and frauds.
💡 Key Insight: Crime has gone digital — so has the police.
👥 Public Awareness & Cooperation
Civilians play a major role in reducing crime. Simple awareness — like avoiding phone use on roads — helps prevent chain-snatching and thefts.
Punjab Police regularly conducts awareness camps in schools on drugs, safety, and traffic rules.
💡 Key Insight: Safety grows where citizens and police stand together.
🧩 The Human Side of Policing
Behind every uniform is a person with stories, sacrifices, and struggles. Officers recall how they switched from IT to policing for deeper purpose — to serve the state and protect lives.
💡 Key Insight: Policing isn’t just a job — it’s a calling.
🎙️ Final Reflections
From courage under pressure to compassion on duty, this conversation shows the human side of the badge. Both officers prove that real strength lies not in the weapon — but in the will to do what’s right.
Learn more about official weapon safety rules on the Punjab Police website.
💡 Key Insight: Guns protect the body. Integrity protects the soul.
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Both officers came from IT backgrounds but wanted to serve their country more directly. Their desire to contribute to administration and public safety inspired them to join the police force.
Recruits undergo extensive firearm training including grouping fire, individual target shooting, and safety drills. Tests carry 25 marks, and scoring 12 or more is required to qualify.
Every weapon is treated as loaded. Officers are trained never to hand over firearms to anyone, and even a missing bullet leads to inquiry. Regular maintenance and cleaning are mandatory.
A full departmental inquiry is initiated immediately. Each bullet is tracked, and losing one is treated as if it has been fired—signifying major responsibility and strict accountability.
Most illegal weapons enter Punjab through border routes from neighboring countries. Punjab Police and BSF work jointly to intercept smuggling and prevent their circulation.
Citizens owning licensed guns must keep them unloaded and attend regular skill verifications. Mishandling during cleaning, especially during festive seasons, often leads to accidents.
Punjab Police consists of District Police, PBI (Investigation), PAP (Armed Police), TSS (Technical Support Services), and specialized Intelligence and Cyber units.
Punjab Police has dedicated cybercrime units and a helpline (1930) to report frauds. They coordinate with national agencies to investigate online scams and digital offenses.
Stay aware in public, avoid distractions like mobile phones on the road, and report any suspicious activity. Cooperation between citizens and police helps prevent crime effectively.
The officers urge young people to stay disciplined, value fitness, and serve society with integrity. “Policing isn’t just a job — it’s a lifelong commitment to protect and uplift others.”