Vijayan, IPS, in his address to youngsters, underlined the responsibility of the younger generation in shaping the future of society. Describing them as the millennial generation, he noted that today’s youth are fortunate to have easy access to information, but stressed that there is no time to waste in a highly competitive world. He emphasised the need for emotional competency, stating that while failures are part of life, the way individuals respond to setbacks defines their character. He cautioned that excessive dependence on mobile phones and digital devices is adversely affecting emotional strength among youngsters.
Speaking on governance, Sri. Vijayan stated that governance essentially means safety. Safety, he explained, is not merely the absence of crime, but the presence of trust and the absence of fear, which together ensure true human freedom. Highlighting road safety, he observed that despite strong laws, lives are lost due to non-compliance with traffic rules, stressing that safety must become a cultural mindset, rooted in discipline, patience, and obedience.
He highlighted initiatives such as the Student Police Cadet (SPC) programme, which instils respect for law and civic responsibility among students, and the Janamaithri Police Project, which has strengthened community-police relations over the years. He also referred to Project HOPE (Helping Others to Promote Education), a Kerala Police initiative supporting students who have failed examinations or dropped out, through counselling and guidance. Referring to the 2018 floods, he termed them a man-made calamity caused by disregard for laws and environmental responsibility. He concluded that safety is a collective outcome, co-created by citizens, institutions, and the State.
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