Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Police Commemoration Day that India will become drug-free by December 31, 2029, appealing to the police to commit fully to implementing the Prime Minister’s roadmap for a drug-free India.
Tributes at National Police Memorial
Addressing a gathering on National Police Commemoration Day, Shah paid heartfelt tributes to the martyred personnel at the National Police Memorial. He said Naxalism caused the country many painful experiences between 1981 and March 2026, with more than 3,600 security personnel martyred and around 13,700 innocent civilians killed across the country.
“Nation Moving Ahead After Overcoming Five-Decade-Old Problem”
Shah told the families of the martyrs that the country has overcome this five-decade-old problem and is now moving along the path of development, with the sacrifice of 3,600 personnel forming the foundation of this progress. He said the entire nation is grateful for the sacrifices of the personnel and their families.
PM Modi Pays Tribute
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to the brave police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty. In a post on X, he said it was an occasion to express deep gratitude to police personnel who serve with dedication even in difficult conditions. He added that their contribution, from maintaining law and order and fighting crime to helping in emergencies and ensuring citizens’ safety, is invaluable.
