CHITRAL: District Police Lower Chitral has announced the re-constitution of Dispute Resolution Councils (DRCs) across the district and has invited applications from educated, experienced and reputed individuals for membership.
According to a notification issued by District Police Lower Chitral, in pursuance of the decision of the competent authority, the previous DRCs have been de-notified. Fresh DRCs will now be constituted in accordance with the prescribed rules. For this purpose, instructions and SOP have been received for re-activation of the DRCs.
Dispute Resolution Councils provide an effective platform for the amicable, impartial and peaceful settlement of disputes through dialogue and mutual understanding. DRCs are constituted under the DRC Rules 2015 and Police Act 2017. The facility promotes social harmony, reduces unnecessary litigation, eases the burden on Courts and ensures timely and cost-free dispute resolution within the community at their door-steps.
Police said the effective functioning of DRCs and achievement of their desired objectives depend on the presence of competent, qualified and impartial members who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria and possess the requisite knowledge, experience and skills.
APPEAL FOR APPLICATIONS:
In this regard, District Police Lower Chitral invites applications from educated, experienced and reputed individuals, particularly educationists, retired judges, lawyers, retired bureaucrats, retired professors, and other professionals, for membership of DRCs.
Individuals possessing integrity, impartiality, sound judgment and a spirit of public service are encouraged to contribute their knowledge and experience towards the effective functioning of DRCs and the promotion of peace, justice and social harmony in Lower Chitral.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested individuals are requested to submit their applications in the local Police Station, along with a brief professional profile.
CRITERIA FOR DRC MEMBERSHIP:
a) The member should be well educated and well experienced in public service.
b) The member should have an apolitical background.
c) The member should be mature, experienced and must possess a balanced personality.
d) The member should be well-respected and well-reputed in his community for honesty and impartiality.
e) The member should be willing for DRC membership.
The District Police Lower Chitral has appealed to people from all walks of life to come forward and play their role in strengthening the community-based justice system.
