The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) has announced the commencement of training for the second batch of police recruits on September 24, 2024. This follows a successful first batch, where 217 recruits graduated from the Bomana Police College on May 24, 2024, and have since taken up positions in various provinces. Of the 256 candidates initially shortlisted for this second batch, 14 have declined their offers, resulting in 242 confirmed recruits set to undergo a rigorous nine-month training program at Bomana Training College. Among these recruits, 32 are females, underscoring the Constabulary's commitment to promoting gender equality within law enforcement. The first lot of recruits arrived this morning at Port Moresby from West Sepik, Madang, Morobe, Eastern Highlands, Simbu, Jiwaka, Western Highlands, Southern Highlands, East New Britain, West New Britain, New Ireland, Oro, and Milne Bay provinces. Detailed joining instructions, including necessary preparations for the training program, have been sent to all recruits. The RPNGC HR Recruitment Team is in communication with Provincial Training Officers to coordinate travel arrangements for the incoming recruits. The Constabulary is dedicated to enhancing its recruitment process, ensuring future drives are more inclusive and that competent candidates are recruited. There will be a particular focus on achieving fair representation of women in upcoming recruitment efforts. Notably, 481 applicants had met the eligibility criteria during the recent recruitment drive. However, due to the limited capacity at Bomana Training College, the recruits were divided into two batches. The successful completion of the first batch's training has paved the way for the second group to proceed. As the RPNGC aims to grow the number of police personnel and build its capacity, the upcoming recruitment drive for 2024-2025 is set to commence in October 2024. In a statement, RPNGC advises that those interested in joining are encouraged to prepare their documents and stay informed by regularly checking the RPNGC’s official website and local newspapers for recruitment announcements. The Constabulary's focus on improving gender equality and inclusivity reflects its commitment to a more diverse and capable police force.