On May 28,2026,President Droupadi Murmu presented the esteemed ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to Sikkim Police,and yes,this is not small recognition ah.
And for Sikkim Police,this is huge moment because this honour is counted among highest honours any police force can receive in India . President Murmu praised both serving and former members of force for their work in maintaining peace,security and public trust in Himalayan region.
Since its inception in 1897,the Sikkim Police has been working in one difficult border-state setting where public confidence matters a lot . And honestly,when people in state actually respect their police force,that itself says something about years of steady service.
But President Murmu did not keep speech only celebratory . She also pointed out something uncomfortable — policing system in India still carries remnants of colonial past . During British rule,policing was more about controlling people than serving them,and that mindset,according to her,has to be abandoned now.
Few points from her message stood out clearly:
- Citizen-centric policing should focus first on needs and safety of citizens.
- Building trust means police acting like partners with public,not just authority figures.
- Sensitivity towards women,children and other vulnerable sections has to improve.
And tbh,this part matters most . Because many ordinary citizens still feel nervous even before entering police station . If law enforcement is meant to protect people,then people should not feel fear while approaching it.
President also connected this transformation with vision of “Viksit Bharat.” She said police role is not limited to catching criminals,but also includes building secure,socially aware and harmonious society . That is big expectation,and not easy one .
At same time,she praised Sikkim Police for professionalism and community-oriented approach,which has helped maintain peace and communal harmony across state . Their dedicated service has earned affection and respect of local people,and that is probably biggest public certificate any police force can get.
But now bigger question is whether this citizen-first policing idea can move beyond speeches and ceremonies into daily police stations,ordinary complaints,and those small moments where public trust is either built or broken…
