The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 31 October 2026 that the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak has been awarded to 490 personnel from various States, Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces, and Central Police Organisations for the year 2026. This medal recognizes excellence in operations, investigation, intelligence service, and forensic science to promote high professional standards. The awards are announced annually on 31 October to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The list of awardees is available on the Ministry's website.
Key points
- 490 personnel from States, UTs, CAPFs, and CPOs received the award for 2026
- Awarded for excellence in operations, investigation, intelligence, and forensic science
- Announced annually on 31 October (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary)
- Awardees include members of NSG, Assam Rifles, and Forensic Science personnel
When it applies
- Announcement of the medal on the Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Who it affects
- members of Police Forces, Security Organizations, Intelligence Wings, National Security Guard, Assam Rifles, and Forensic Science personnel
Refers to
- Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India Notification dated 1st February, 2024