DCPs Div Commanders, Branch Officers Members of the Mauritius Police Force Ladies & Gentlemen My greetings to you all... A very good morning ..... I truly consider it a privilege and honour to be here to witness this august occasion of Promotion Ceremony as we celebrate the career advancement and accomplishments of few bright, vigorous and promising men and women of the Mauritius Police force who have taken a step further to shoulder responsibility. I take this opportunity to congratulate all 353 personnel present here and 23 in Rodrigues (who at this time are receiving their letters of offer from the hands of Mr Appadoo, DCP). They have made it Page 1 of 8They have made it to the rank of sergeant with their dedication, efforts and perseverance. It is truly a remarkable achievement and while acknowledging so, I would like to ask each of you in attendance to give them a round of applause as a token of appreciation....... "Plenty of men can do good work for a spurt and immediate promotion in mind, but the universe chooses the ones worthy of promotion in whom the good work has become a habit." I say HABIT because each of you has the opportunity to shape your habits ..... by your deeds, ..... by your choices and last but not the least.....by your Integrity and Bravery. Ladies and Gentlemen..... Page 2 of 8Ladies and Gentlemen....... Integrity and Bravery are the two main qualities required of a good Police Officer. I must say it gives me great honour to be the Commissioner of the Mauritius Police Force where Integrity and Bravery are being displayed every now and then. Just to state a few... on 27" March 2016, a young Police Constable posted to Tombeau Bay Police refused to take bribe to offset a contravention... this is Integrity. The money would have vanished and evaporated, but the legacy and the story of his integrity will prevail for eternity. Ladies and Gentlemen..... Page 3 of 8Ladies and Gentlemen..... On 16 January 2016, a Police Constable posted to Prosecutor’s Office Rose Hill, being in a shop coincidently witnessed two miscreants attempting to rob the shop keeper, the Police Constable putting his life at risk ultimately makes them run away for their lives... that is Bravery..... vee On 29'" March 2016, another Police Constable posted to the SSU, on being off duty chases a thief on foot leaving his girl friend behind and catches him by his neck.....that is also Bravery..... Let me remind you that Page 4 of 8Let me remind you that we make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.....the benevolent and voluntary act of giving from within your little share is called Courage. It takes courage to lessen your desires and help others in need. I am very proud to witness some Police officers displaying humanity, part of it by doing social work and charity with their share of small salary. A vivid example....personnel of Vacoas Police who on 17" January 2016 offered a lunch paid from their pockets to residents of a care home. Sometimes you can do very little to help others but that little act of kindness done by _ you..... may act enormously at times. We are men and women Page 5 of 8We are men and women in uniform, this is our legacy and this is our story. We all have a story.....Something that defines or describes Who you are ..... and ..... Where you are going. And major pages of your story is usually written and developed by your family, friends and well wishers. Their contribution in your success as support, wish and prayers cannot be quantified by any ways and means and a little you can do is to appreciate them for their efforts and support to make you climb the ladder. I take this opportunity to thank all family members, friends and well wishers present here today for their immeasurable contribution in success of their family members and success of the Mauritius Police Force. My dear fellow officers, Page 6 of 8My dear fellow officers, I also have in mind those who could not get through the promotional exams.....thou shalt not lose focus, thou shalt come again and be victorious. Keep working hard, Success will be at your door steps. Ladies and Gentlemen, I will like to conclude with an African Proverb that says, “Every morning in Africa, an antelope wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion, or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the slowest antelope, or it will starve. My Dear fellows... It doesn’t matter whether you're the lion or an antelope - when the sun comes up, keep running towards your goal.” Thank you very much. 23.04.16 Page 7 of &TALKING POINTS IN CREOLE » FACEBOOK - 1.medium de communication pour nous rapprocher du public 2.Aussi, nos faits et gestes sont observés et posté sur le réseau social = RESPONSABILITE 1. Vos premiers pas dans la chaine de responsabilité et de commandement 2. Vous devez étre des modéles pour ceux qui serviront sous vous Page 8 of 8