Home Affairs Minister, Commissioner receive salutes as GPF marks 186th Anniversary

Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn was on Saturday honoured with the traditional ‘eyes right’ salute in front of the Ministry’s Brickdam office as the Guyana Police Force (GPF) demonstrated their exceptional marching skills during the annual route march parade.

The parade, after meandering through several streets in the city, turned west into Young Street for the Commissioner’s salute in front of the Police Headquarters.
The July 6 event marked the celebration of the Force’s 186th anniversary, highlighting a proud legacy of service and commitment to the nation.
The minister was joined by permanent secretary Andre Ally, commissioner of police Clifton Hicken, and assistant superintendent Lall, who all witnessed the impressive display of discipline and unity, the GPF’s social media post noted.
This year’s parade, which moved off from TSU Square early Saturday morning, saw a significant increase in participation, with more than 2,300 participants representing police ranks this year, including Community Policing Groups (CPGs), the Credit Union Department, and the Scouts Association.

The growing numbers reflect the Force’s ongoing dedication to excellence and its expanding role in national security, the GPF said.
The parade route departed the Tactical Services Unit (TSU) Drill Square, proceeding east into Young Street, south into Parade Street, east along Lamaha Street, south into Camp Street, then west into Brickdam, where there was the salute in front of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
It then proceeded north along Avenue of the Republic, east into Lamaha Street via Main Street, north into Camp Road, and west into Young Street for the Commissioner’s salute in front of Police Headquarters, which marked the end of the parade as it returned north into the Tactical Services Unit Square.
The annual route march parade remains a powerful testament to the Guyana Police Force’s dedication, discipline, and unwavering commitment to serving the nation with distinction, celebrating both its rich history and its ongoing pursuit of excellence in public service, the GPF noted.