Amit Shah presents the President’s Colours to Puducherry Police

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah today presented the President’s Colours to the Puducherry Police. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor Shri K. Kailashnathan and the Chief Minister of Puducherry Shri N. Rangasamy, along with several other dignitaries, were present.

Shri Shah said that Puducherry is a living symbol of the spiritual and cultural consciousness of South India. Today, the Puducherry Police has joined the ranks of police forces in the country that have been awarded the President’s Colours. The conferment of the President’s Colours upon the Puducherry Police is a testament to the bravery, hard work and dedication of the force.

He said that receiving the President’s Colours is one of the most prestigious moments for any police force. The Puducherry Police is entrusted with the responsibility of protecting Puducherry, ensuring its internal security and safeguarding its honour. The Puducherry Police has received this prestigious honour in recognition of its hard work, valour, service and dedication.

Union Home Minister said that despite having remained under French rule for a long period, Puducherry has preserved its Indian identity and spiritual vitality. The post of Director General of Police was created in Puducherry on October 1, 1963, and since then, the Puducherry Police has strengthened the internal security of this border region.(updated on 9th august 2026)