Other notables among them are Inspector General of Police (Security) Sujit Kumar and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Srinagar, GV Sundeep Chakravarthy, have been honoured for their exemplary leadership, professionalism, and fearless service in one of India’s most sensitive regions. Other notable recipients from J&K Police include Sajad Shah, SSP Awantipora, Iftikhar Talib, SSP Sopore, Shabir Ahmad Khan, SP South Srinagar and Hilal Khalid Bhat, SP Hazratbal.The CRPF on its part bagged 20 gallantry awards, whereas the BSF got 16, the Uttar Pradesh Police (17) and the Chhattisgarh Police (14).For the Fire Services, 62 awards have been announced, which include six Gallantry Medals, five Presidents Medals for Distinguished Service, and 51 Medals for Meritorious Service.In the Home Guard and Civil Defence category, the honours include one Gallantry Medal, three President’s Medals for Distinguished Service, and 41 Medals for Meritorious Service.For Correctional Services, two officers will be recognised with the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service, while 31 will receive the Medal for Meritorious Service.This annual recognition is a tribute to the bravery, dedication and distinguished service of officers and personnel across states, Union Territories and the CAPFs, the MHA said in the statement.The medals will be presented as part of the Independence Day celebrations to acknowledge the exceptional contribution of these officers in safeguarding law & order and public safety in the country.
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