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Police Commemoration Day was celebrated on 21 October 2024.

Important Days | Dated: 31 Oct 2024

Police Commemoration Day is observed annually across India on 21st October to honour police personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The day commemorates the martyrdom of 10 policemen who were killed by Chinese troops during a reconnaissance mission in Hot Springs, Ladakh, in 1959.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) In January 1960, a resolution was passed at the Annual Conference of Inspectors General of Police of States and Union Territories, recognising 21st October of every year as Police Commemoration Day.
  • (ii) Since 1960, 21st October has been observed annually as "Police Commemoration Day.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, when will Police Commemoration Day 2024 be celebrated?

Correct Answer: October 21

🚀 Quick Recap:

About the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)

  • Director-General- Anish Dayal Singh
  • Headquarters: New Delhi