901 Police personnel to be conferred with Police Medals – On the occasion of Republic Day 2023, A total of 901 Police personnel have been awarded Police Medals. The police Medal for Gallantry has been awarded to 140, President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service to 93 and Police Medal for Meritorious Service has been awarded to 668 Police personnel.
- Police Medal for Gallantry (PMG) is awarded on the ground of Conspicuous Gallantry in saving life and property, or in preventing crime or arresting criminals.
- President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service (PPM) is awarded for a specially distinguished record in Police Service.
- The police Medal for Meritorious Service (PM) is awarded for valuable service characterized by resource and devotion to duty.