Prestigious 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak' Awards Announced

A total of 1,466 police personnel have been honored with the 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak' for 2025. Instituted on February 1, 2024, these awards recognize excellence in special operations, investigation, intelligence, and forensic science. The announcement coincides with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary.

The Union Home Ministry announced on Friday that a remarkable 1,466 police personnel from various states, union territories, and central organizations have been named recipients of the 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak' for 2025.

These prestigious medals recognize exceptional contributions in special operations, investigation, intelligence, and forensic science. Introduced on February 1, 2024, the awards aim to commend high professional standards and morale-boosting efforts of dedicated officials.

The annual announcement, made on the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, highlights the nation's commitment to law enforcement excellence. The full list of awardees is accessible on the Ministry of Home Affairs website.

(With inputs from agencies.)