Republic Day 2026: 982 Gallantry and Service Medals Awarded to Personnel

• The Central government announced 982 gallantry and service medals for police, fire, Home Guard, Civil Defence, and correctional services personnel on Republic Day 2026.
• The awards include 125 gallantry medals, 101 President’s Medals for Distinguished Service (PSM), and 756 Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM).
• Gallantry awards recognize rare and conspicuous acts of bravery in saving lives, property, preventing crime, or arresting criminals.
• CRPF received the highest recognition among CAPFs with 12 Gallantry Medals, 5 PSM, and 57 MSM.
• Uttar Pradesh led state-level awards with 18 Gallantry Medals, 4 PSM, and 68 MSM, followed by Maharashtra with 31 Gallantry Medals, 4 PSM, and 40 MSM.

Why It Matters: 982 gallantry and service medals were awarded to personnel across various services for Republic Day 2026.