KOHIMA, October 23, 2026: Nagaland Police Commemoration Day served as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by police personnel in protecting the nation, with Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Renchamo P. Kikon urging serving officers to uphold public trust through integrity, professionalism and compassionate service. Addressing the Police Commemoration Day parade at Nagaland Police Headquarters in Kohima on October 21, Kikon said the police uniform must continue to represent public safety, trust and sacrifice.
ADGP Calls for Integrity and Professionalism
Kikon urged police personnel to draw inspiration from their fallen colleagues and remain committed to the ideals for which they sacrificed their lives. He emphasised that the most meaningful tribute to those who died in the line of duty would be to uphold their values through responsible conduct and dedicated public service.
The ADGP called upon the force to strengthen its commitment to crime prevention, maintaining public peace and order, and serving citizens with integrity and compassion. He stressed that police personnel must fulfil their responsibilities regardless of the challenges or circumstances they face.
His message placed public trust at the centre of policing, highlighting the importance of ensuring that citizens view the police as a dependable institution committed to their safety and security.
Remembering the Sacrifice of Fallen Personnel
The annual observance honours police personnel who lost their lives while performing their duties. Recalling the origins of the day, Kikon referred to the October 21, 1959, incident at Hot Springs in Ladakh, when an Indian police patrol was ambushed by Chinese troops amid heightened border tensions.
Ten police personnel were killed in the encounter, while seven others were injured and taken prisoner. Their courage and sacrifice became the foundation for the nationwide observance of Police Commemoration Day.
During the ceremony in Kohima, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Shouka Kekhato read out the Roll of Honour, remembering 154 police personnel from across India who died in the line of duty between September 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026.
A bugle call by the Nishan and Angrakshak Toli followed the reading of the Roll of Honour. Kikon, accompanied by other police officers and personnel, subsequently laid wreaths at the cenotaph to pay tribute to the fallen heroes.
Support Assured for Bereaved Families
Kikon expressed solidarity with the families of police personnel who made the supreme sacrifice while protecting the country and its citizens. He acknowledged the immense loss suffered by their loved ones and assured them that the Nagaland Police fraternity would continue to stand by them.
He said the sacrifices of the fallen personnel would never be forgotten and recognised that the peace and security enjoyed by society had been sustained through the dedication of police personnel.
The observance also highlighted the risks associated with policing, from maintaining law and order to confronting security threats. Kikon urged serving officers to keep the legacy of their colleagues alive through discipline, commitment and service to the public.
Nagaland Police Joins National Unity Expedition
Kikon also highlighted Nagaland Police’s participation in the National Motorcycle Expedition 2026, organised to spread awareness about national unity, diversity and the sacrifices of police personnel.
A nine-member contingent from Nagaland Police was flagged off on October 7 for a 2,845-kilometre journey covering seven states. According to the ADGP, the team had reached Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh and was scheduled to join other contingents at Kevadia in Gujarat on October 31.
The participants are expected to take part in Rashtriya Ekta Divas celebrations and the National Unity Day parade, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Nagaland Police personnel were also representing the state at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi to pay homage to colleagues who lost their lives in service.
Police Commemoration Day Reinforces Public Responsibility
The observance of Nagaland Police Commemoration Day will continue until October 31, culminating in Rashtriya Ekta Divas, which promotes national unity and integrity. The events underline the connection between remembering fallen personnel and strengthening the values expected of serving officers.
Kikon’s message reinforced the responsibility of every police officer to protect citizens, prevent crime and maintain public order while treating people with fairness and compassion. By placing integrity and public trust at the heart of policing, he called on the force to ensure that the sacrifices of its fallen colleagues continue to guide its everyday actions.
As Nagaland Police honours its martyrs, the occasion serves as a renewed pledge to safeguard the public, support bereaved families and uphold the principles of duty, professionalism and service that define the force.
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