PM condoles the demise of Shri KPS Gill
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Shri KPS Gill.
“KPS Gill will be remembered for his service to our nation in the fields of policing and security. Pained by his demise. My condolences”, the Prime Minister said.
Kanwar Pal Singh Gill (1934/35 – 26 May 2017) was an Indian police officer. He served twice as Director General of Police (DGP) for the state of Punjab, India, where he is credited with having brought the Punjab insurgency under control. While many see him as a hero, there are accusations that he and the forces under his command were responsible for human rights violations “in the name of stamping out terrorism.” Gill retired from the Indian Police Service in 1995.
Gill was an author, editor, speaker, consultant on counter-terrorism, president of the Institute for Conflict Management and president of the Indian Hockey Federation (IHF).
In 1996, Gill was convicted of sexual harassment at a 1988 party. It has been alleged that he was targeted by lobbies inimical to him.
After allegations of corruption within the IHF in 2008, the Indian Olympic Association suspended the IHF indefinitely.
He received a Padma Shri award, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, in 1989 for his work in the civil service.
KPS Gill will be remembered for his service to our nation in the fields of policing & security. Pained by his demise. My condolences.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 26, 2017
Saddened to learn of Shri KPS Gill's demise. Known for his bravery and courage he always inspired others by leading from the front. 1/2
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 26, 2017
He exemplified courage& determination,Sh. KPS Gill will be remembered for his invaluable role in fighting terrorism in Punjab.My condolences
— Office of RG (@OfficeOfRG) May 26, 2017
RIP KPS Gill, the iron-willed cop of India. The country will forever be indebted to & inspired by his role in defeating militancy in Punjab. pic.twitter.com/MgjDwU9Pxw
— Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) May 26, 2017
My deepest condolences on the passing away of Shri KPS Gill ji – iconic Supercop who served the Nation with courage & commitment. Om Shanti.
— Vasundhara Raje (@VasundharaBJP) May 26, 2017
Deeply mourn the demise of former DG KPS Gill. His work for nation and leadership to CRPF will be remembered forever. pic.twitter.com/esVefAJ0t8
— CRPF (@crpfindia) May 26, 2017
If not for KPS Gill, Punjab would not have been in India. He eliminated terror in Punjab. He should be awarded Bharat Ratna. RT if you agree https://t.co/oPtlOAlizB
— True Indology (@TrueIndology) May 26, 2017
We deeply mourn the sad demise of iconic IPS officer, the legendary #KPSGill. His work in defeating Punjab militancy will always inspire us. pic.twitter.com/qtuliLdZXQ
— IPS Association (@IPS_Association) May 26, 2017
Shri KPS Gill will always be remembered for his contribution in defeating terrorism & establishing peace in Punjab. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 26, 2017
