Prestigious 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak' Honors 463 Exemplary Personnel Nationwide

The 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak,' introduced under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been granted to 463 individuals for outstanding service in various fields. This award aims to acknowledge exemplary contributions while promoting high professional standards and enhancing the morale of personnel across police and security forces in India.

In a prestigious move heralded by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration, 463 personnel from diverse sectors, including states, Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces, and Central Police Organizations, have been awarded the 'Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak' for the year 2024. This honor stands as a testament to exemplary service across various domains.

The accolade seeks to recognize extraordinary contributions, encouraging high professional standards while bolstering the morale of recipients. Distinguished for its intent to highlight superior efforts in special operations, investigation, intelligence, and forensic science, this medal embodies a significant morale booster for those within emergency and security services.

Under the aegis of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Ministry of Home Affairs formally instituted this award via notification on February 1, 2024. The award amalgamates previous honors, streamlining acknowledgment into a singular prestigious form. Bestowed annually on October 31, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, this emphasizes the unwavering commitment to excellence and service among the forces safeguarding the nation.

(With inputs from agencies.)