Telangana Police Honored with Gallantry and Service Medals

Quick Summary

• Honours Recognized on Independence Day: Telangana police personnel received awards for gallantry, distinguished, and meritorious service.
• Medal for Gallantry: Constable Katravath Raju Naik awarded for his courage in handling an operation on January 5, 2023.

– Incident: Naik was injured while arresting a murder suspect who attacked him with a knife.
– Outcome: The accused was convicted and handed life imprisonment in February 2025.
– Current Role: Naik works with the Cyberabad Special Operation Team (SOT).

• President’s Medal for distinguished Service: Awarded to ASI Siddaiah Myathari and Head Constable Hussain Nidamanuri for exceptional service records.
• Medal for Meritorious Service: Eleven officers were recognized, including Deputy Commissioners of Police Nallamala Ravi, thogaru Karunakar, J Shaik Shameer; Armed Police Sub-Inspectors Mekala Abraham, Shinde Prakash; among others.
• Fire Services Medals: Four fire service personnel from Karimnagar district and nearby areas were awarded the Fire Service Medal for Meritorious Services.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The recognition of brave efforts and dedicated services by members of Telangana’s law enforcement and fire departments reflects the nation’s appreciation of public safety personnel who frequently enough face life-threatening situations. The incident involving Constable Naik highlights the risks borne by those in active duty while emphasizing effective law enforcement that delivers justice-seen in the swift conviction of the accused.

Such awards not only celebrate individual heroism but also strengthen institutional morale across departments tasked with maintaining peace and protecting citizens. The inclusion of fire service medals underscores recognition across different contributors to public safety beyond just policing.It’s essential that these honours continue inspiring a culture of excellence within India’s critical services framework.Link to read more: Published August 14, 2025