Rajnath Singh appreciates Delhi Police

Singh made the observation while awarding the best marching contingents trophies in the Republic Day Parade 2021 to the Jat Regimental Centre and the Delhi police.

"Delhi is the nerve centre of Republic of India, thereby on the target of our adversaries. It is commendable that in addition to ensuring safety and well-being of the National Capital from internal and external threats, the Delhi Police win the best marching contingent trophy regularly," the Minister said.

While the Jat Regimental Centre had bagged the trophy of best marching contingent among the Tri-Services, Delhi Police was adjudged as the best marching contingent among the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and other auxiliary services, an official statement said here.

Brigadier Adarsh K Butail & Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Virendra received the trophy on behalf of the Jat Regimental Centre and Special Commissioner of Police Robin Hibu and Assistant Commissioner of Police Vivek Bhagat, Commander received the trophy on behalf of Delhi Police, the statement said.

The two contingents were adjudged on the basis of assessment by two panels of judges.

Singh greeted the winners and termed the honour a 'symbol' of respect for their hard work and dedication.

Despite the COVID-19 restrictions, he said the Forces marched at Rajpath with passion and enthusiasm, terming it is as a matter of great pride for the nation.