Leh, Oct 21: Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday paid homage to police martyrs on Police Commemoration Day, urging the local youth to draw inspiration from their valour and dedication and contribute to nation-building.

He lauded the Ladakh Police for their professionalism, discipline, and commitment to ensuring public safety and maintaining harmony in the challenging terrain of the Union Territory.

The Lt Governor was speaking after attending the solemn observance of Police Commemoration Day at the Parade Ground, Choglamsar, here. He also laid wreaths at the Police Memorial.

The day marks the valiant sacrifice of 10 CRPF personnel who were martyred on October 21, 1959, at Hot Springs in Ladakh during an encounter with the Chinese Army.

Ladakh Director General of Police S D Si

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