Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

Police Commemoration Day is observed annually on October 21 in India to honour police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. The date commemorates a tragic ambush in 1959 at Hot Springs, Ladakh, where ten Indian police officers were killed and several captured by Chinese troops. The day serves to remember their courage and dedication while reinforcing morale and pride within the police forces. Ceremonies at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi, along with public events during the following Commemoration Week, highlight the sacrifices made by police personnel and strengthen public awareness of their vital role in maintaining internal security.