Chief Minister pays tribute to immortal martyrs on Police Commemoration Day and honours the families of martyrs
Decisive success against Naxalism is the result of the valour, courage and sacrifice of our police and security forces: Chief Minister
A new atmosphere of peace, security and development has replaced fear and violence in Bastar; the light of development is reaching remote areas
The sacrifice and courage of the families of martyred soldiers are also incomparable; the government remains committed to their honour and welfare
Chief Minister Sai visits Shaheed Vatika at Rajiv Smriti Van and offers floral tributes at the Amar Jawan memorial
Raipur, October 2026 : The decisive success achieved against Naxalism in Chhattisgarh is the result of the indomitable courage, valour, dedication to duty and supreme sacrifice of our brave police and security personnel. A new atmosphere of peace, security and trust has emerged in remote areas of the state, including Bastar, which had been affected by Naxal violence and fear for decades. Behind this historic transformation lies the sacrifice and dedication of countless brave personnel who laid down their lives for the security of the state and the country.
The sacrifice of the immortal martyrs will continue to guide us and further strengthen our resolve to build a developed Chhattisgarh.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai stated this while addressing the Police Commemoration Day parade organised today on the premises of the Fourth Battalion of the Chhattisgarh Armed Force at Mana in the state capital, Raipur.
On behalf of the people of the state, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai paid homage to the immortal martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty and offered a heartfelt tribute by laying a wreath at the martyrs’ memorial. He honoured the families of martyred police officers and personnel by presenting them with shawls, coconuts and mementoes, expressing his gratitude and sympathy towards them.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said Police Commemoration Day was an occasion to remember the immortal saga of valour of brave personnel who sacrificed their lives for the unity and integrity of the country and the safety of its citizens. Our police and security forces remain committed to protecting citizens and maintaining law and order with indomitable courage and dedication, even under the most difficult circumstances. It is their bravery and commitment that ensure an atmosphere of peace and security in society.
He said that on October 21, 1959, Indian police personnel deployed along the India-Tibet border in Ladakh courageously confronted a large contingent of Chinese soldiers. Ten brave personnel made the supreme sacrifice in the encounter. Police Commemoration Day is observed every year on October 21 in memory of their martyrdom. The day provides an opportunity to express gratitude to all police and security personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said Police Commemoration Day was not merely an occasion to pay tribute to martyrs but also a day to pledge to carry forward their ideals, dedication to duty and the great tradition of service to the nation. When a soldier stands on the front line of duty to protect the country and society, the sacrifice, patience and courage of the entire family stand behind that soldier. Therefore, the honour and welfare of the families of martyred personnel are among the government’s responsibilities and highest priorities.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai assured the families of martyrs that the state government stood with them under all circumstances. The courage and patience with which the families of martyrs have transformed the sacrifice of their loved ones into a source of pride in national service are an inspiration to the entire society. The state will never forget the contributions of its immortal martyrs and their families.
Soldiers Have Written a Glorious Chapter of Valour in the Fight Against Naxalism
Chief Minister Shri Sai said this year’s Police Commemoration Day held special significance for Chhattisgarh. After a prolonged struggle against Naxalism, the state had achieved a historic milestone in the direction of peace, security and development. The contributions of personnel from the Chhattisgarh Police, District Reserve Guard, Bastar Fighters and central security forces in this achievement were unforgettable.
He said the personnel had fought against Naxalism without concern for their own lives amid dense forests, difficult mountainous terrain and extremely challenging conditions. Their indomitable courage and valour had ensured decisive success against Naxalism. Many personnel made the supreme sacrifice during this struggle. Their bravery and sacrifice would remain inscribed in golden letters in the history of Chhattisgarh.
The Chief Minister said the resolve to eliminate Naxalism had been realised under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the able guidance of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah. Coordinated efforts by the Central and state governments, along with the courage of security forces, had created a new atmosphere of peace and trust in Bastar.
Where Fear Once Prevailed, the Light of Development Is Now Reaching
Chief Minister Shri Sai said areas of Bastar that were once marked by violence and fear were now witnessing a new picture of development. Basic facilities such as roads, electricity, education, healthcare, drinking water and communication were expanding rapidly. Government schemes and services were reaching remote villages, while people’s trust in the democratic system and the administration had grown stronger.
He said basic facilities were being expanded in remote and deprived tribal areas through schemes such as the Niyad Nellanar Yojana, PM JANMAN and the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan. Coordinated efforts in security and development had initiated a new phase of positive change in Bastar.
The Chief Minister said that following the success achieved against Naxalism, the state now had the important responsibility of making peace permanent and accelerating the pace of development further. His government was committed to taking Bastar and the entire state of Chhattisgarh to new heights of prosperity and well-being. The historic success against Naxalism was a strong foundation for the bright future of a developed Chhattisgarh.
Special Emphasis on Modernisation of Police Forces and Welfare of Personnel
Chief Minister Shri Sai said the state government was continuously working to strengthen the police and security forces with modern technology and resources, provide better training, and ensure the welfare of personnel and their families.
The rule of law, the safety of citizens and public trust were the state government’s highest priorities. He expressed confidence that the personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police and security forces would continue to safeguard peace, security and progress in the state through their courage, sensitivity and dedication to duty.
The sacrifice of the immortal martyrs would continue to inspire present and future generations to serve the nation, remain committed to their duties and demonstrate dedication.
Sacrifice of Brave Personnel Who Laid Down Their Lives in the Line of Duty Will Always Be Remembered: Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma
Paying tribute to the immortal martyrs on Police Commemoration Day, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Vijay Sharma said the sacrifice of brave personnel who laid down their lives for national security and public service would always be remembered.
He stated that during the decisive battle against Naxalism between September 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026, several brave personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police had attained martyrdom. These personnel laid down their lives in the line of duty with indomitable courage, valour and dedication. Their sacrifice was a source of pride and inspiration for the entire state.
Deputy Chief Minister Shri Sharma said security personnel had displayed extraordinary courage and valour in pushing back Naxalism. Today, apart from ensuring peace and security in Naxal-affected areas, security personnel were also playing an important role in delivering government welfare schemes and the benefits of development to ordinary citizens.
Expressing respect and sympathy for the families of martyrs, he said the sacrifice, patience and courage of their families were as great as the bravery of the personnel themselves.
Decisive Success Achieved Towards the Elimination of Naxalism: Director General of Police Arun Dev Gautam
Director General of Police Shri Arun Dev Gautam said Police Commemoration Day was an occasion to express gratitude to brave personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in protecting the nation’s security, integrity and honour. He recalled the saga of bravery of the 10 police personnel who were martyred while courageously confronting Chinese soldiers at Hot Springs in Ladakh on October 21, 1959.
He said that since independence, the sacrifices of police and security personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty had strengthened the country’s security, peace and democratic system.
DGP Shri Gautam said Chhattisgarh had faced the serious challenge of Maoist violence for a long time. Through the collective efforts, courage and sacrifice of the Chhattisgarh Police, Central Armed Police Forces and other security forces, decisive success had been achieved towards eliminating armed Naxalism.
He stated that 84 Naxalites had been killed in anti-Naxal operations conducted by the Chhattisgarh Police and central security forces between September 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026. During the same period, six brave personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police had laid down their lives while performing their duties.
The Director General of Police expressed gratitude to the families of the martyrs, saying that a soldier’s martyrdom is accompanied by the sacrifice, patience and silent struggle of the family. The families of martyrs are an integral part of the Chhattisgarh Police family, and the police stand with them under all circumstances.
He called upon officers and personnel to embrace the ideals of the immortal martyrs and further strengthen their commitment to the rule of law, public safety, peace and service to the nation.
Chief Minister Sai Pays Floral Tributes at Shaheed Vatika in Rajiv Smriti Van
On the occasion of Police Commemoration Day, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai also visited Shaheed Vatika at Rajiv Smriti Van in the state capital, Raipur. He offered flowers at the Amar Jawan memorial and paid a heartfelt tribute to brave personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
Chief Minister Shri Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Vijay Sharma offered floral tributes at the plaques bearing the names of martyred personnel, remembering their indomitable courage, valour and supreme sacrifice.
The Chief Minister said the sacrifice of these brave sons of the nation would remain immortal in the memories of Chhattisgarh, and their valour would continue to inspire future generations to serve the nation and society.
On the occasion, MLA Shri Motilal Sahu, Additional Director General of Police Shri Vivekanand Sinha, senior police and security force officers, and family members of martyred personnel were present.
