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Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025: 1,466 Police Honoured

3 November 20251 min read
AWARDS & PERSONSKendriya GrihmantriDakshata Padak2025: 1,466 PoliceHonoured3 November 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

On Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary, 31 October 2025, the Home Ministry picked 1,466 officers from State and UT police, CAPFs and CPOs for this national police medal.

Key facts

  • Nature: national-level award for courage, integrity and professionalism in policing and internal security.
  • Eligible: State/UT police, CAPFs, CPOs, intelligence units and forensic departments.
  • Selection: a strict review of merit, integrity and contribution to public safety.

Objective

To lift professional standards and reward officers excelling in intelligence, forensic science, investigation and special operations.

Exam angle

  • Awarding ministry: Home Affairs.
  • Linked date: 31 October, honouring India’s first Home Minister.

Test yourself

1. Which ministry announced the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for 1,466 police personnel in 2025?

The notes state the MHA announced the medal.

2. The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak was first presented on which date?

It was instituted on 1 February 2024 and first awarded on 31 October 2024.

3. The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is conferred each year on the birth anniversary of whom?

The medal is given annually on 31 October, honouring Patel as India's first Home Minister.

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