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Chhattisgarh Police Receive 141 Gallantry Medals for Naxal Operations
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🗓 15 Aug 2026, 04:36 PM
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The Chhattisgarh Police were awarded 141 gallantry medals for their role in anti‑Naxal operations, including the Basavaraju operation, where an officer was specifically honored.
The state police force of Chhattisgarh was presented with 141 gallantry medals in a ceremony that highlighted their efforts against Naxal insurgency.
The awards were given to officers who participated in various anti‑Naxal operations, with particular emphasis on the Basavaraju operation. An officer who led that operation received a special commendation.
The recognition underscores the police’s continued commitment to maintaining law and order in areas affected by insurgent activity.
Details of the ceremony, including the number of recipients and the specific operations cited, were released by the state police department.
The awards were given to officers who participated in various anti‑Naxal operations, with particular emphasis on the Basavaraju operation. An officer who led that operation received a special commendation.
The recognition underscores the police’s continued commitment to maintaining law and order in areas affected by insurgent activity.
Details of the ceremony, including the number of recipients and the specific operations cited, were released by the state police department.