Important Days 22 October 2026
National Police Commemoration Day 2026 Observed Across India
Why in the News?
**National Police Commemoration Day** was observed across the country on **October 21** to honour the supreme sacrifice of police and security personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Historical Context: On October 21, 1959, ten valiant Central Reserve Police Force (**CRPF**) personnel were ambushed and martyred by heavily armed Chinese troops while patrolling at the Indo-China border. Since then, October 21 has been marked as Police Commemoration Day annually.
- National Tributes: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with heads of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Central Police Organisations, paid floral tributes at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi.
- Statewide Observances:
- **Punjab:** Punjab Police observed the 67th commemoration day, led by DGP Gaurav Yadav at the PAP grounds in Jalandhar.
- **Tamil Nadu:** Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay paid homage to police martyrs at the State Police Headquarters in Chennai, praising the tireless dedication of police personnel.
Static GK Facts:
- National Police Memorial: Located in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF): Established on July 27, 1939; Headquarters - New Delhi.
- Union Minister of Home Affairs: Amit Shah.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: When is National Police Commemoration Day observed every year in India?
A: October 21
Q: Which security force lost ten personnel on October 21, 1959, at the Indo-China border, leading to the observance of this day?
A: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Q: Where is India's National Police Memorial located?
A: New Delhi
Q: Who is the current Union Home Minister of India?
A: Amit Shah
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