Ramban, Feb 28: The 84 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Saturday accorded a ceremonial farewell to its Second-in-Command, Shri Arvind Kumar Dixit, at the Tactical Headquarters in Ramban on the eve of his superannuation.
Having joined the CRPF in 1986, Dixit completed four decades of dedicated service in the Force. During his long tenure, he served across various states including Punjab, Assam, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Manipur, Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir. He also undertook a ten-year deputation with the elite Special Protection Group (SPG), contributing to high-level security responsibilities.
In the 84 Battalion, Dixit served for five years and played an instrumental role in the smooth conduct of annual Amarnath Yatra duties as well as Assembly and Parliamentary elections in Ramban district. His leadership and operational experience were widely acknowledged within the formation.
Over the course of his career, Dixit received seven Director General CRPF Commendation Discs, one Director General Jammu and Kashmir Police Commendation Disc, and the President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service in recognition of his professional commitment and integrity.
On the eve of his retirement, the officer was presented a Guard of Honour at the Tactical Headquarters. A cultural evening and a traditional dinner were also organised in his honour.
Commandant of 84 Battalion, N. Ranbir Singh, lauded the outgoing officer for his unwavering service to the Force and extended his best wishes for a healthy and fulfilling retired life. Deputy Inspector General of CRPF Jammu North Operations Range, Sukhjit Singh Rana, presented a memento to Dixit as a mark of respect and appreciation.
The farewell ceremony witnessed the presence of officers and personnel of the battalion, who gathered to honour a career marked by discipline, commitment and devotion to duty.
