Amit Shah addresses BSF Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Bhuj; commemorative stamp released
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Bhuj, Gujarat, on 21 November 2025, where a commemorative postage stamp was released.
Summary
At the BSF Diamond Jubilee event, Amit Shah said the BSF had seized more than 18,000 kg of drugs so far in 2025 and that the country would be completely free from Naxalism by 31 March 2026. He said 2,013 BSF personnel have made the supreme sacrifice and that the BSF will become the world's most modern border security force in five years. BSF personnel received one Police Medal for Gallantry (posthumous), eight President's Medals and the General Chaudhary, Maharana Pratap and Ashwini Kumar Trophies.
Key facts
- Event
- BSF Diamond Jubilee celebrations, Bhuj, Gujarat
- Stamp
- Commemorative postage stamp released
- Drug seizures 2025
- Over 18,000 kg by BSF
- Naxal-free target
- 31 March 2026
- Awards
- 1 PMG (posthumous), 8 President's Medals; Gen Chaudhary, Maharana Pratap, Ashwini Kumar Trophies
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where were the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Border Security Force (BSF), addressed by Amit Shah on 21 November 2025, held?
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Correct answer: A — Bhuj
Amit Shah addressed the BSF Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Bhuj, Gujarat.
At the BSF Diamond Jubilee, Amit Shah said the country would be completely free from Naxalism by:
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Correct answer: B — 31 March 2026
He said the country will be completely free from Naxalism by 31 March 2026.