Police Commemoration Day: Amit Shah pays homage at National Police Memorial; PM pays tribute
On 21 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage to police martyrs on Police Commemoration Day at the National Police Memorial, while PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to police personnel.
Summary
On 21 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage to the martyrs on Police Commemoration Day at the National Police Memorial. He recalled that on this day in 1959, 10 CRPF soldiers sacrificed their lives while fighting the Chinese army, which is why the day is observed. He said the country faces challenges like drones, narcotics trade, cybercrime and attempts to spread unrest through AI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tributes to police personnel, honouring their bravery and sacrifice.
Key facts
- Date
- 21 Oct 2024
- Place
- National Police Memorial, New Delhi
- Observance
- Police Commemoration Day
- Why 21 October
- In 1959, 10 CRPF soldiers died fighting the Chinese army
- Homage by
- Amit Shah; tribute by PM Narendra Modi
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Police Commemoration Day is observed on 21 October because on that day in 1959:
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Correct answer: D — 10 CRPF soldiers sacrificed their lives while fighting the Chinese army
PIB, 21 Oct 2024 (Amit Shah): 'On this day in 1959, 10 CRPF soldiers sacrificed their lives while fighting the Chinese army, that is why this day is celebrated as Police Memorial Day.'
Where did Union Home Minister Amit Shah pay homage to police martyrs on Police Commemoration Day, 21 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — National Police Memorial, New Delhi
PIB, 21 Oct 2024: Amit Shah paid homage to the martyrs on Police Commemoration Day at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi.