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Amit Shah Presents President's Police Colour to Puducherry Police

Union Home Minister Amit Shah presents award, attends ceremony in Puducherry.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 09 August 2026 at 10:55 am
Amit Shah Presents President's Police Colour to Puducherry Police

Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the President's Police Colour to the Puducherry Police at a ceremony held at the Police Ground in Gorimedu on Sunday. The ceremonial flag was handed over to the Puducherry Police at the Police Training Ground.

Amit Shah attended the ceremony as the chief guest and was welcomed by Chief Minister N Rangasamy, Cabinet ministers, and legislators. The Union Home Minister had arrived in Puducherry on Saturday and was received by BJP state president V P Ramalingam and former Speaker R Selvam.

Later in the afternoon, Shah flagged off a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally at Muruga Theatre Signal. On Saturday evening, the Union Home Minister performed pooja at the Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tamil Nadu's Thiruvannamalai. He prayed to Lord Mahadeva, seeking His blessings to bestow happiness and good fortune upon every citizen of the nation.

Shah also visited the sacred place Sri Ramanasramam in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, and said that the life and teachings of the sage Bhagwan Sri Ramana Maharshi are a fountain of wisdom that will continue to light humanity's path for eternity.

In a separate event, Shah launched the Security Operations Centre for Urban Cooperative Banks and core banking and allied services under the nationwide service bundle in Mumbai. A Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged between National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC) and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU).

Addressing the gathering at the BSE International Convention Centre, Shah said that the long-awaited Umbrella Organisation for Urban Cooperative Banks has now become a ground reality with recognition from the Reserve Bank of India, adequate capital, and its new office.

The presentation of the President's Police Colour is a significant honour for the Puducherry Police, recognizing their dedication and service to the nation. The event highlights the importance of acknowledging and rewarding the hard work and sacrifices of police personnel.

The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally flagged off by Shah is part of the nationwide celebrations to mark the 75th anniversary of India's independence. The rally aims to promote patriotism and national pride among citizens.

The Union Home Minister's visit to Puducherry and Tamil Nadu is seen as a significant gesture of support and appreciation for the people and police personnel of the region. The events attended by Shah demonstrate the government's commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence in public service.

In conclusion, the presentation of the President's Police Colour to the Puducherry Police is a notable event that acknowledges the dedication and service of police personnel. The Union Home Minister's participation in the ceremony and other events in Puducherry and Mumbai highlights the government's appreciation for public service and its commitment to promoting national pride and patriotism.

Frequently asked questions

What is the President's Police Colour?

The President's Police Colour is a prestigious award presented to police forces in recognition of their dedication and service to the nation.

Where was the presentation ceremony held?

The presentation ceremony was held at the Police Ground in Gorimedu, Puducherry.

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