KATHUA, OCT 21: J&K Police Kathua observed National Police Commemoration Day-2026 at District Police Lines (DPL), Kathua, paying solemn tributes to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty while protecting the nation’s sovereignty, integrity and security.
The observance brought together senior civil and police officers, representatives of security forces, retired police personnel, families of martyrs and prominent citizens to remember the courage, dedication and supreme sacrifices of police personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the nation.
The ceremony commenced with a ceremonial parade commanded by DySP Taranjeet Singh, JKPS, with PSI Shivam Sudan serving as the second parade commander. The parade was organised in honour of police martyrs whose bravery and commitment to duty continue to inspire the police fraternity.
During the ceremony, SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma, read out the names of police martyrs who attained martyrdom across the country while performing their duties. The solemn reading paid tribute to their sacrifices and reaffirmed the importance of remembering those who dedicated their lives to protecting the motherland.
Following the parade, SSP Kathua, accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma, SP Operations Kathua, Additional SP Kathua, DySP DAR Kathua, DySP Headquarters Kathua, SDPO Border and other gazetted officers from the Civil Administration, Police and security forces, laid floral tributes at the Martyrs’ Memorial at DPL Kathua.
Retired police personnel, family members of police martyrs and prominent citizens also participated in the ceremony, expressing their gratitude and respect for the fallen heroes whose sacrifices remain an enduring part of the nation’s collective memory.
As part of the observance, SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma interacted with the Next of Kin (NoKs) of police martyrs, listened to their concerns and assured them that Kathua Police would extend every possible assistance and support.
The interaction highlighted the department’s commitment to maintaining a strong bond with the families of fallen personnel and addressing their genuine concerns with sensitivity and care.
The family members also visited the Police Martyrs Gallery at DPL Kathua, where the sacrifices and legacy of the fallen heroes were remembered with respect and reverence.
As a gesture of gratitude and solidarity, gifts were distributed among the martyrs’ families, followed by lunch for the participants.
Police Commemoration Day is observed annually on October 21 to honour police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. The day commemorates the killing of ten Central Reserve Police Force personnel in an ambush by Chinese troops at Hot Springs in Ladakh on October 21, 1959.
The observance in Kathua reaffirmed the commitment of J&K Police to preserving the legacy of its martyrs, recognising the sacrifices of their families and upholding the values of courage, dedication, integrity and selfless service to the nation.
