Advertisment

Republic Day 2025: Over 900 Brave Personnel to be Honoured, Gallantry and Service Medals Announced

Republic Day 2025: 942 personnel will be awarded Gallantry and Service Medals, recognising their courage and dedication in safeguarding lives and maintaining public order.

author-image
Harsh
New Update
Republic Day 2025

Representational photo Photograph: (IANS)

As Republic Day 2025 approaches, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced that 942 personnel from various services will be honored with gallantry and service medals. These brave individuals from the police, fire, civil defense, home guard, and correctional services will be recognized for their exceptional contributions to public safety and national security on Republic Day 2025.

Advertisment

Gallantry Awards for Courage and Valor on Republic Day 2025

Out of the 942 personnel, 95 will receive Gallantry Medals for displaying extraordinary courage in difficult situations. Among the recipients, 28 personnel served in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, another 28 worked in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), and three were deployed in the northeast. The remaining 36 honorees worked in other challenging regions of India. These awards celebrate their acts of bravery in saving lives, protecting property, and maintaining public order on Republic Day 2025.

President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) 

The President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) honors individuals with exceptional service records. This year, 101 PSMs were awarded, with 85 going to police personnel, 5 to fire services, 7 to civil defense and home guard workers, and 4 to correctional service members. These medals acknowledge the dedication and distinguished efforts of personnel who have shown exceptional commitment to their duties and their service to the nation on Republic Day 2025.

Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM) on Republic Day 2025

The Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM) recognize valuable contributions to public safety and service. A total of 746 MSMs were awarded, with 634 going to police personnel, 37 to fire service members, 39 to civil defense and home guard personnel, and 36 to those in correctional services. These medals highlight the continuous dedication of these individuals to their professions, marked by resourcefulness and commitment to their duties, especially during challenging times leading to Republic Day 2025.

As Republic Day 2025 draws near, these medals serve as a reminder of the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of the personnel who work tirelessly to safeguard the nation. Their courage continues to inspire as we celebrate our national pride and honor these heroes.

Republic Day Gallantry award
Advertisment
Advertisment Advertisment