Bhopal. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav arrived at Lal Parade Ground in Bhopal on October 21. He attended the State-Level Police Martyrs’ Memorial Day Parade Ceremony-2026, organized at the Martyrs’ Memorial Complex. He took the salute of the parade and received the Roll of Honour. He also paid tribute by laying a wreath at the Martyrs’ Memorial and saluted the nine police officers and personnel who sacrificed their lives while performing their duties. The event featured contingents of the District Police Force, male and female platoons of the Special Armed Force, Home Guards, the Pal-Bearer Party, Colour Party, Police Band, Mounted Police Unit, and Dog Squad. Tributes were paid to the martyrs amid patriotic tunes played by the police band.
On this occasion, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the entire country observes Police Memorial Day on October 21 in remembrance of the historic sacrifice of 1959. The police and armed forces have held a special place in our history. In our Sanatan culture, bearing arms does not merely signify the display of power; rather, it represents a commitment to protecting society and remaining ever-ready to safeguard the nation. On this occasion, we pay tribute to those brave personnel who laid down their lives while performing their duties to protect the nation and society. The sacrifices of these immortal martyrs have always made our society, country, and state proud. I offer my humble tributes to all the immortal martyrs.
Police Have Uprooted Naxalism
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that it is an even greater moment of pride for us that our state has now succeeded in emerging from the scourge of Naxalism, which it had endured for nearly 35 years. It was a difficult period filled with numerous challenges. However, our brave and courageous personnel have made the state proud through their indomitable courage, valour, and dedication. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the able guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, our state not only successfully confronted a serious challenge like Naxalism but also achieved a historic milestone in the direction of overcoming it. He said this is a matter of pride and honour for all of us. In this regard, the occasion of Police Memorial Day becomes even more meaningful.
Police Play a Crucial Role in the Nation
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that this day reminds us of the vital role played by our police and armed forces in ensuring national security, peace, and social order. The Tricolour flying from Lal Chowk to the ramparts of the Red Fort stands as a symbol of India’s self-respect, strength, and glorious traditions before the entire country and the world. This flag also represents the stories of the indomitable courage and immortal sacrifices of our brave personnel. Even as the entire world goes through a period of turmoil and numerous challenges, India’s democracy remains safe and strong. Our armed forces and police force play the most important role in ensuring this. He said that their dedication to the unity, integrity, and internal security of the nation serves as an inspiration to all of us.
Personnel Have Enhanced the Reputation of the Police
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav paid tribute to all the immortal martyrs and expressed his gratitude to all police personnel and armed forces members who work day and night to protect the country. He said that we have made several important announcements that are significant for our police personnel and their families. The state government provides financial assistance to the families of martyred police personnel. A decision has been taken to allocate 50% of this amount to the martyr’s wife and the remaining 50% to their parents.
Police personnel have played an important role in enhancing Madhya Pradesh’s reputation through their professional skills. We face challenges such as cybercrime and drug trafficking, and our police personnel will tackle these challenges as they always have. He said that the government is committed to promotions for police personnel and new recruitments. On this occasion, I pay my respects and offer tributes to all the department’s immortal martyrs.
The History of MP Police Is Glorious
Director General of Police Kailash Makwana said that today we are remembering the brave police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. Our personnel made these sacrifices to protect the country and the state and to maintain control over law and order. Madhya Pradesh Police has a glorious history. Officers from Madhya Pradesh have served across the country, from Kashmir to Tamil Nadu and from Goa to Nagaland.
This year, nine police personnel and officers from Madhya Pradesh sacrificed their lives. Our sympathies are with the families of all the martyrs. These families are part of our police family, and taking care of them is our moral responsibility. Police service is not merely a job; it is a commitment to responsibility, dedication, and sacrifice.