Imphal, 09 April 2017 ( Evening News ) : ‘Valour Day’ was observed at CRPF group centre at Langjing to pay respect to the brave CRPF personnel who sacrificed their lives for the country. Valour Day is observed in remembrance of an act of unparalleled bravery displayed by a small contingent of CRPF personnel, pitted against a full-fledged infantry brigade of Pakistani Army, trying to overrun their post, at Sardar Post, Rann of Kutch, Gujarat on April 9, 1965. They not only defeated the Pakistani brigade but also killed 34 enemy soldiers and captured four of them. Speaking to Impact News, IGP Manipur-Nagaland sector, Vikram Sehgal emphasised the role of CRPF in maintaining peace in the state. He also said CRPF played a vital role in the peaceful conduct of the 11th Manipur Assembly elections. Vikram Sehgal appealed to the youth of the state to join CRPF and lead a quality life and also help in safeguarding the state.

As part of the observance, IGP, Vikram Sehgal  presented mementos to CRPF Officer, a Head Constable and 12 other CRPF Jawans. Assistant Commandant, Thonglen-Lal Haokip, who won a Police Gallantry Medal in 2013 and is currently in charge of Communication, Manipur-Nagaland Sector said the recognition given to them on this day motivate them to serve the nation.