Nagaland Director General of Police Rupin Sharma on Tuesday paid tribute to 186 police personnel who laid down their lives across India in the line of duty during the past year.
Addressing officers at the Police Commemoration Day programme held at Nagaland Police Headquarters, Sharma called upon all personnel to reaffirm their dedication to national service. “Let us renew our pledge to serve our people, secure and maintain the integrity of our nation, and make the supreme sacrifice when needed,” he said.
Among those remembered was Constable Chandan Das of the 9th NAP (IR) from Nagaland.
The DGP highlighted the historical significance of the day, recalling the 1959 Aksai Chin ambush in which ten CRPF personnel were killed by Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh. This incident led to October 21 being observed annually as a day of remembrance for police personnel who have fallen in service to the nation.
Sharma praised the professionalism and commitment of Nagaland Police, stating that their dedication in maintaining law and order has strengthened public confidence and brought honour to the force. “Today is not just a day of mourning but a celebration of the selfless spirit of our policemen and women who have become immortal through their deeds,” he said, urging all ranks to uphold courage and the highest standards of service.
The roll of honour was read by AIGP Rangkathung Vikram Ezung, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at the cenotaph led by the DGP and senior officers.