In recognition of exemplary conduct and dedication, the Union Government has conferred the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) on 24 officers and personnel of Tamil Nadu Police. The announcement comes ahead of Independence Day, aligning with India’s tradition of recognizing public service heroes on both Republic Day and Independence Daydtnext
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At the forefront of the Distinguished Service awardees are three senior officers:
B. Balagangadevi, Additional Director General of Police, Economic Offences Wing
G. Karthikeyan, Inspector General currently serving as Additional Commissioner of Traffic, Chennai City
S. Lakshmi, IG in the Idol Wing-CID
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The list of MSM awardees includes a wide cross-section of officers from various ranks and departments across the state: from A. Jayalakshmi of the State Human Rights Commission to R. Sakthivel, S. Vimala, P. Durai Pandian, P. Gopalachandran, and others deployed in specialized CID units, city ranges, intelligence sections, vigilance divisions, and the Prohibition Enforcement Wing in Salem
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These awards stand as a testament to the courage, professionalism, and sustained commitment of the Tamil Nadu Police force in upholding law and order across diverse areas. By honouring officers serving in fields ranging from economic offences and traffic management to anti-corruption and public safety, the recognition reflects the multifaceted nature of modern policing in the state.