HM Amit Shah Awards Prestigious President’s Police Colour to Uttarakhand State Police

Union Home and Cooperation Minister **Amit Shah** awarded the prestigious **President’s Police Colour** to the **Uttarakhand State Police** at a special ceremony held in Dehradun. Uttarakhand became the **16th state in India** to receive this ultimate recognition.

Key Features / Major Points:

- Significance of the Award:

- Home Minister Amit Shah noted that this is a moment of immense pride for all personnel and officers who have served the state over the 25 years since Uttarakhand's inception.

- Implementation of New Criminal Laws:

- Commended the proactive efforts of the Uttarakhand Police in implementing the **Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)** and other updated criminal justice laws.

- Statehood Celebrations Integration:

- The award was presented as part of the official celebrations surrounding Uttarakhand State Foundation Day (November 9).

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Static GK Facts:

- President's Police Colour:

- The highest military/police honour bestowed upon a force in recognition of over 25 years of exceptional and meritorious service to the nation.

- First Recipient: **Uttar Pradesh Police** became the first state police force in India to receive the President's Colour in 1951.

- State of Uttarakhand:

- Formed: **November 9, 2000** (27th State of India).

- Capital: **Dehradun** (Winter), **Gairsain** (Summer).

- Chief Minister: **Pushkar Singh Dhami** | Governor: **Dr. Dhal Singh Bisen** (assumed office on Oct 19, 2026).

One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):

Q: Uttarakhand became which numbered state in India to be awarded the President’s Police Colour?

A: 16th State

Q: In which city did Union Home Minister Amit Shah present the President's Police Colour to the Uttarakhand Police?

A: Dehradun

Q: Which was the first state police force in India to be conferred with the President's Police Colour?

A: Uttar Pradesh Police (1951)

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