New Delhi, Jan. 25 -- On the eve of the 77th Republic Day, 33 officers of the Delhi Police have been awarded, including 14 officers for Gallantry Medals.

According to the Delhi Police, among the recipients are Additional Commissioner of Police Pramod Singh Kushwah, Sub Inspector Rajeev Kumar, and SI Shibu R.S., who were honoured for risking their lives to apprehend terrorist Javed Ahmed Mattu. Mattu, a member of the banned terrorist outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, was wanted in connection with 11 terrorist strikes and carried a reward of more than Rs.10 lakh for his arrest. The operation took place on April 4, 2024, at the DND Flyway.

Other recipients also include Inspector Amit Nara, Sub-Inspector (SI) Satish Kumar, SI Udham Singh, and SI Br...