Police Commemoration Day on October 21
New Delhi: Every year, India observes Police Commemoration Day on October 21 to pay homage to the brave police personnel who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s internal security and law and order. This sacred day is dedicated to expressing national gratitude for the courage, sacrifice, and service of police officers who laid down their lives in the line of duty to maintain peace and security in society.
The story behind the observance
The day has its roots in a tale of valor and tragedy. On October 21, 1959, Chinese troops ambushed a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) patrol near Hot Springs in Ladakh. In that attack, ten brave Indian policemen lost their lives defending the nation. They belonged to different faiths, symbolizing India’s unity in diversity. In memory of their unparalleled bravery and sacrifice, October 21 was designated as Police Commemoration Day. Since then, the day has been observed to honor the martyrs of all State Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) across the country.
The national ceremony
This year, the main commemoration ceremony will be held at the National Police Memorial (NPM) in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The memorial, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the same day in 2018, stands as a tribute to the police personnel who laid down their lives for the nation. The 30-foot granite sculpture symbolises their strength and sacrifice. The ‘Wall of Valour’ at the memorial bears the names of thousands of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for India’s security.
The morning ceremony will include a joint parade by CAPFs and Delhi Police. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will preside over the event and address the gathering. Ministers of State for Home Affairs, MPs with police backgrounds, and heads of all CAPFs/CPOs will pay floral tributes at the memorial. The event will be televised live, webcast on police websites, and broadcast on All India Radio and other media platforms.
Nationwide observances
Alongside the Delhi ceremony, police forces across India will pay their respects to their martyrs. Between October 22 and 30, CAPFs and CPOs will organize a series of commemorative events, including participation by the families of the fallen.
Across the country, state police forces will conduct similar programs featuring band performances, motorcycle rallies, ‘Run for Martyrs’ events, blood donation camps, and essay and drawing competitions for children. These activities highlight the courage, discipline, and selfless service that define the Indian police force.
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Minister Patil chairs industry meetings to chart growth for key sectors in Karnataka
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Minister M B Patil on Tuesday chaired meetings with industry representatives from the aerospace and defence, machine tools, auto/EV, and green energy sectors to discuss sector growth and government support measures.
The meetings were attended by leading industrialists and their representatives, with some participating virtually.
Speaking on the occasion, the minister for Large and Medium Industries said Karnataka is at the forefront of the country’s aerospace and defence sectors.
He noted that Suzuki and Toyota plan to launch aerial taxi services in Japan by 2028, with Bengaluru-based Sasmos supplying electrical equipment for the project.
Industrialists suggested introducing similar “fly-taxi” services in Karnataka through an appropriate policy, which Patil said would be examined seriously.
The minister highlighted the need to establish testing centres and Common Facility Centres for the aerospace and defence industries and assured that these facilities would be provided.
Suggestions were also made to prepare a comprehensive roadmap for sector growth.
Karnataka has urged the Central Government to approve Defence Corridor projects in the Bengaluru North–Kolar–Chikkaballapur and Dharawada–Vijayapura–Belagavi regions.
Industrialists also suggested a corridor between Bengaluru and Mysuru, Patil said.
He said Karnataka aims to become a hub for defence electronics manufacturing, with plans to establish a 200-acre Defence Electronics Park and a 100-acre Avionics and Sensor Park.
These projects will be implemented once the Special Investment Region is operational, and land availability will not be an issue.
On the machine tools sector, Patil said the industry has recorded an annual turnover of Rs 36,500 crore and is witnessing steady growth.
Large-scale exhibitions have increased demand, and the state must strengthen its capabilities to develop control systems for heavy machinery. One testing unit is already operational in Bengaluru, with another planned for Tumakuru. Expansion of vocational training institutes in industrial areas is also underway.
In the Auto and EV sector, Vision Group members highlighted the need for a network of dry ports and more EV charging stations across the state.
Patil noted that the Tata Group is manufacturing EV buses in Dharawada for nationwide supply. Plans for mini excavator production and export facilitation were also discussed, along with the establishment of a testing facility for two-wheeler EVs.
For the Green Energy sector, the group emphasised the need for a suitable policy on battery-based energy storage and the establishment of data centres.
Patil assured that the government will seriously consider all suggestions and respond positively.
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