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According to a report, ASP Rajendra Meghwar said that serving in the police enables him to better support minorities and contribute meaningfully to his community
Rajendra Meghwar took over his responsibilities as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in the Gulberg area of Faisalabad. (News18 Hindi)
In Pakistan, several young men and women from minority communities, especially the Hindu community, are breaking barriers and achieving great success. Rajendra Meghwar is one such example. He has made history by becoming the first Hindu officer to join the Pakistan Police Service (PSP).
Meghwar assumed his responsibilities as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in the Gulberg area of Faisalabad on Friday.
Meghwar, hailing from Badin, a rural and economically disadvantaged area of Sindh province, achieved his ambition of joining the police force by successfully passing the Civil Services Examination (CSS). He expressed immense pride in fulfilling his long-held dream of serving his community. Through hard work and determination, Meghwar proved that success can be attained regardless of one’s background, even coming from a minority community. This trend reflects Pakistan’s growing inclusivity and societal progress.
According to a report in Pakistan Today, ASP Rajendra Meghwar said that working in the police force will give him a chance to make significant contributions to his community, especially minorities, which is not possible in other government departments.
“By being in the police, we can directly solve the problems of the people, which we cannot do in other departments,” he said.
Meghwar’s appointment is viewed positively by his colleagues in the police force. This is the first time since the establishment of Punjab Police that a Hindu officer has been appointed to such an important post in Faisalabad.
Police officials believe that Rajendra Meghwar’s presence will not only enhance law and order but also address the concerns of minority communities, thereby increasing public confidence in the force. Senior officers expressed pride in his appointment and emphasised that his presence as a Hindu officer will also strengthen relations with minority communities.
Alongside Rajendra Meghwar, Roopmati, another member of Pakistan’s minority community, has also passed the CSS exam. Roopmati, a resident of Rahim Yar Khan, aspires to join the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is determined to present a positive image of Pakistan internationally.
A few years ago, 22-year-old Raja Rajinder also became a police officer. Rajinder also passed the CSS exam despite the lack of basic facilities in his hometown. Despite facing numerous challenges, he remained resilient and achieved one of the highest honours in Pakistan’s civil service.