In a significant year-end ceremony marking career advancement within the Suriname Police Force (KPS), 170 police officers were promoted to higher ranks during Friday’s proceedings at the Police Academy. The promotions represented substantial progressions across multiple levels of the law enforcement hierarchy.
The comprehensive promotion list included 116 first-class police officers elevated to the rank of brigadier, while 40 second-class officers advanced to first-class status. Additionally, two third-class officers received promotions to second-class positions. The advancement initiative extended to senior ranks as well, with eight police majors rising to the position of sub-inspector and four brigadiers ascending to major.
Distinguished officials addressed attendees prior to the formal promotion ceremonies. Speakers included Revelino Eijk, Head Inspector and Chairman of the Surinamese Police Union (SPB), Acting Police Commissioner Melvin Pinas, and Minister of Justice and Police Harish Monorath. The series of addresses concluded with remarks from Attorney General Garcia Paragsingh.
Following the official promotions, the formal segment concluded with a traditional toast. Notably absent was the customary firing of the pagara (firecracker chain), as legal regulations permit this practice only during the period from December 27, 2025, through January 2, 2026.
The police leadership extended congratulations to all promoted officers, expressing confidence that they would continue their dedicated service toward maintaining safety and livability in Suriname within their new capacities. The event concluded with opportunities for informal gathering among participants. The KPS additionally conveyed holiday greetings to the community, wishing citizens blessed celebrations and a peaceful, prosperous 2026.