City Commissioner of Police Saumyendra Kumar Priyadarsi and Security Wing in-charge SP Saroj Kumar Mohapatra have been selected for the prestigious ‘President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service’.
The two police officials have been selected for the award with 87 other officials from across the country. They would be awarded with the medal at a special ceremony.
The Odisha police congratulated the duo in a tweet and said. “Congratulations to Twin City Commissioner of Police Saumyendra Kumar Priyadarsi and Bhubaneswar Security Wing in-charge SP Saroj Kumar Mohapatra on being conferred with President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service. This is recognition by Government of India for thier dedication, sincerity and leadership,” said State Police.
The Police Medal for Gallantry was also awarded to commandoes Kumar Karmi and Pitabash Panda.
As many 10 personnel of the Odisha police have been awarded the Police Medal for Meritorious Service .