Republic Day 2025: Announcement of Gallantry Awards, 942 Soldiers to Be Honored with Medals on Republic Day
On the occasion of Republic Day tomorrow, January 26th, celebrations will take place across the country. In line with this, the announcement of gallantry awards has been made. This year, 942 personnel will be honored with medals on Republic Day. A total of 942 employees from police, fire services, home guards, civil defense, and correctional services will be recognized with gallantry and service awards in various categories. Among these medals, 95 will be gallantry medals.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has stated that the awardees include personnel from police, fire brigades, home guards, civil defense, and correctional services.
Soldiers Honored for Combat Against Naxalism and Terrorism
Gallantry award winners include 28 soldiers posted in areas affected by left-wing extremism, 28 stationed in Jammu and Kashmir, 3 in the northeastern region, and 36 deployed in other areas. These soldiers will be honored for their bravery in combating Naxalism, terrorism, and other security challenges.
101 Soldiers to Receive President’s Award for Distinguished Service
A number of soldiers will be honored with the prestigious President’s Medal for their exceptional service. This award, known as the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service, will be presented to 101 personnel from the PAC, 85 from police services, 5 from fire services, 7 from civil defense-home guard, and 4 from correctional services. A total of 634 awards will be given to police services, 37 to fire services, 39 to civil defense-home guards, and 36 to correctional services.r