India, Jan. 26 -- As many as 43 police personnel from Maharashtra have been selected for the President's service medals for their dedication and service to the state, which will be distributed on Republic Day, today. Among these, four Indian Police Service (IPS) officers have been chosen for the prestigious President's Medal for Distinguished Service, while 39 officers will receive the President's Medal for Meritorious Service.

The four officers honoured with the President's Medal for Distinguished Service are: Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, additional director general of police, Dattatraya Rajaram Karale, inspector general of police, Sunil Baliramji Phulari, inspector general of police, Ramchandra Kende, commandant.

The 39 officers awarded ...