RANCHI: The city stood in solemn reverence on Saturday as police personnel and citizens gathered to honor the brave hearts who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during Police Commemoration Day ceremonies across Ranchi.
Emotional Tributes to Fallen Guardians
Led by Jharkhand Director General of Police (DGP) Ajay Kumar Singh, the main ceremony at the police headquarters witnessed emotional scenes as senior officers and family members paid respects to the martyrs. The event took on a particularly poignant tone as the state remembered its own heroes who fell while protecting citizens.
National Sacrifice Remembered
"Today, we remember the 215 police personnel who laid down their lives for the nation between September 1, 2022, and August 31, 2023," stated DGP Singh during his address. "Their courage and dedication to duty inspire us to serve with greater commitment and pride."
The ceremony featured several moving moments:
- Wreath-laying at the police memorial by senior officials
- Two-minute silence observed across all police stations
- Reading of the names of all martyred personnel
- Special honors for Jharkhand's fallen officers
Statewide Observances
Similar ceremonies unfolded simultaneously across all district headquarters and police stations in Jharkhand. In a powerful display of unity, police personnel from various ranks participated in the commemorative events, reaffirming their commitment to public safety.
"The sacrifice of these brave souls will never be forgotten," emphasized a senior police official. "They are the true heroes who ensure our citizens can sleep peacefully at night."
Historical Significance
Police Commemoration Day marks the anniversary of the 1959 incident in Hot Springs, Ladakh, where ten Indian police personnel made the supreme sacrifice while defending the nation's borders. The day serves as a solemn reminder of the risks and challenges faced by police forces across the country.
As the ceremonies concluded, the police community renewed its pledge to serve the nation with unwavering dedication, inspired by the ultimate sacrifice of their fallen comrades.
