Jammu, Aug 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday extended heartfelt congratulations to the brave personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police who have been honoured with the Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra on the occasion of Independence Day-2026.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor saluted the supreme sacrifice of Jagbir Singh, Head Constable; Jaswant Singh, SgCt; Balvinder Singh, SgCt; Tariq Hussain, SgCt; and Bashir Ahmad, Head Constable, who have been honoured with the Kirti Chakra posthumously for their unparalleled valour and sacrifice in the line of duty.
The Lieutenant Governor also congratulated the Shaurya Chakra awardees — Dheeraj Singh Katoch, DySP; Sukhvir Singh, DySP; Ajay Singh Chib, Inspector; and Niyaz Ahmad, Assistant Sub Inspector — for their exemplary bravery and unwavering commitment to the nation.
Describing their courage, sacrifice and dedication as a matter of immense pride for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the nation, the Lieutenant Governor said that the people remain forever indebted to the bravehearts and their families. He said the honours bestowed upon these personnel reflect the indomitable spirit of the security forces and their relentless efforts in safeguarding the nation’s integrity and ensuring peace in the region.
