52 gallantry medals, highest for a police force, awarded to CRPF on India's 78th Independence Day.

52 gallantry medals were awarded to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on India's 78th Independence Day, the highest number ever for a police force. 25 of the medals recognized actions in Jammu and Kashmir, while 27 acknowledged anti-Maoist operations in other Left Wing Extremism-affected states. The CRPF, with approximately 3.25 lakh personnel, holds a crucial role in operations in Jammu and Kashmir, northeastern states, and Naxal violence-affected areas.

August 14, 2024
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