Mizoram, along with the rest of the country, observed the 73rd Independence Day across the state with Independence Day functions held in all the District capitals and important towns of Mizoram. The biggest Independence Day Ceremonial Celebration was held at Assam Rifles (AR) Ground, Aizawl. Hon’ble Chief Minister Pu Zoramthanga unfurled the National Flag and took the salute.
At the Independence Day Celebration, the following Police Medals/Awards were distributed by the Chief Minister :
1) President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service – Pu Lalmuanpuia, Commandant, 2nd Bn MAP
2) Police Medal for Meritorious Service – Pi Lalthangliani, Inspector, PHQ leh Pu Laldingliana, Inspector, Armed Branch, 2nd IR Batallion
3) Governor’s Gold Medal: SI MC Lalhmingthanga, 2nd Bn MAP
4) Governor’s Silver Medal: Inspector V. Thawnghua, 2nd Bn MAP
It was also announced at the function that Pu Malsawma Royte, Dy.SP, CID (SB), Aizawl was selected to be awarded with President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service while Pu Neihchungnunga, DIG, CID, Aizawl and Pi Lalmuanthangi, Inspector (M), Aizawl were selected for Police Medal for Meritorious Service. Pi Lalhmachhuani Sailo, Inspector was selected for Union Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Investigation.
