Chandigarh, November 1
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today attended the Diamond Jubilee celebrations marking the establishment of Chandigarh Police and graced the President’s Colour Award Ceremony of Chandigarh Police as the Chief Guest. Several dignitaries, including the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah said that the President’s Colour awarded to Chandigarh Police today is recognition of the force’s six decades of service, dedication and sensitivity. He said that making the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty is a matter of pride for any martyr and also a matter of pride for the organisation to which the personnel belong. Amit Shah said that from 1966 to the present day, Chandigarh Police has continuously worked tirelessly to protect this remarkable city, thereby writing a golden chapter in its history.
Shah said that 141 new vehicles are being inducted into the Chandigarh Police fleet today. This will significantly strengthen rapid response, intensive patrolling, mobility, technology and modern policing. He said that Chandigarh Police currently ranks second in the country in terms of response time and, with the addition of 141 new vehicles, it will rank first nationwide.
Union Home Minister said that the President’s Colour is awarded to a force in recognition of more than 15 years of service, taking into account the discipline and dedication of its personnel. He said that over the past 60 years, Chandigarh Police has successfully worked towards safeguarding the entire country, serving as a vital force in the heart of the northern region. Shri Amit Shah said that Chandigarh, situated at the foothills of the Shivalik range, is regarded as one of India’s most well-planned cities. However, when the country witnessed an era of terrorism, Chandigarh too was not spared. During that period, Chandigarh Police demonstrated exceptional valour and courage and, through its spirit of bravery, service and good governance, worked to protect not only Chandigarh but the entire region from terrorism.