Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 31: Vijay Kumar, Station House Officer (SHO) of Aberdeen Police Station in Sri Vijaya Puram, has been selected for the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026, a Union Home Ministry award recognising meritorious work in special operations, investigation and forensic science.
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, announced the awardees on October 30, 2026, with the approval of the Union Home Minister. Kumar is among the officers selected for the national-level recognition.
The medal honours excellence in three specialised fields of policing: special operations, investigation, and forensic science.
The Andaman and Nicobar Police congratulated Kumar on the achievement, acknowledging his dedication, professional commitment and service. His selection brings national recognition to an officer serving in the islands’ police force.
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak recognises the contributions of police personnel and other eligible officers whose work demonstrates merit in specialised policing functions. The award seeks to acknowledge professional competence and efforts that contribute to effective investigation, operational capability and the application of forensic science.
Kumar’s recognition highlights the contribution of police personnel working at the local level, where investigation, public service and the handling of policing responsibilities form an important part of law enforcement.
The announcement adds to the professional achievements of the Andaman and Nicobar Police, with the award placing an officer from Aberdeen Police Station among the recipients recognised by the Union Home Ministry for 2026.
