CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: National Police Commemoration Day is being observed across the country on 21 October. On the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to police personnel who made the supreme sacrifice of their lives while performing their duty. Both leaders remembered the contribution of police forces in ensuring national security, maintaining law and order and protecting citizens.
Prime Minister Modi paid homage to the courage and dedication of police personnel on Police Commemoration Day, remembering their bravery, unwavering commitment and supreme sacrifice. He said police personnel discharge their responsibilities with commitment even in difficult circumstances. Their role is invaluable in maintaining law and order, fighting crime, providing assistance during emergencies and ensuring the safety of citizens. The Prime Minister said the nation will always remember their sacrifice.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to the police martyrs at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi. He expressed respect for the personnel who laid down their lives for the country’s internal security and the protection of citizens. On the occasion, he also flagged off a nationwide motorcycle rally aimed at spreading awareness against drug abuse. Police personnel from various states, Union Territories and central security forces are taking part in the campaign.
Police Commemoration Day has its history linked to 21 October 1959. On that day, 10 Central Reserve Police Force personnel were martyred in an attack by armed Chinese soldiers in the Hot Springs area of Ladakh. In memory of those brave personnel and other police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty, the day is observed every year on 21 October.
National Police Commemoration Day is not only a day to remember martyrs but also an occasion to express gratitude for the service, courage and responsibility of police personnel. The role of police forces is important in maintaining the country’s security and peace. The day reminds citizens of the sacrifice of those personnel who gave their lives for the safety of others.
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