Haryana police awarded prestigious President's Colour

Geetanjali Gayatri

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Chandigarh, January 17

The President of India’s Police colour has been awarded to the Haryana Police for its commitment to professionalism.

A communication received from the Ministry of Home Affairs to the Home Department states that the “President of India is pleased to approve the proposal for the Award of President of India’s Police colour to Haryana Police”. It adds that the design and description of the flag and the formation sign if the proposed colour has also been approved.

Sources said the “President colour” was a special achievement for the force for its high rank in the service of humanity while keeping up its performance, professionalism and integrity.

Sources said the case for the President’s colours was put together last year. The entire history of the state police force, including its contribution in major law and order situations, its performance during militancy in Punjab, its role and casualties during the Covid pandemic, its contribution to sports and the medal tally in international games was compiled and sent to the Union government for consideration.

“It is a big honour for the police force and will go a long way in boosting the morale of the officers and personnel. It is also a recognition of the commitment of the force to the service of humanity while ensuring that professionalism is not compromised. We will shortly hold a ceremony where the force can be awarded these colours,” Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij said.

After the ceremony, the police officers will be entitled to wear a logo on their left shoulders, giving the police a distinct identity.

Former Haryana DGP, Manoj Yadava said the award was “a testament to the distinguished record of public service done and sacrifices made by the Haryana Police over the last 55 years of its existence”.

Himachal Pradesh had been awarded the President’s Colour last year, while Punjab already has been awarded with the Colour.