Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Uttarakhand Police received the prestigious President’s Colour on 6th November 2026, becoming the 16th state police force in India to receive this honour. Union Home Minister Amit Shah conferred the award during an investiture ceremony held in Dehradun in the presence of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and other dignitaries. The recognition acknowledges the police force's 25 years of dedicated service, professionalism, bravery and commitment to public safety. Uttarakhand Police has also made significant contributions to disaster rescue operations, pilgrimage security, digital policing and border safety. The award is known as Rashtrapati ka Nishaan.