Leh, Oct. 21 -- The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today emphasised that the police force plays a vital role in nation-building and serves as a pillar of strength for society.

The Lieutenant Governor was speaking after attending the solemn observance of Police Commemoration Day at the Parade Ground, District Police Lines, Choglamsar, Leh. He also laid wreaths at the Police Memorial. The day marks the valiant sacrifice of ten CRPF personnel who were martyred on October 21, 1959, at Hot Springs in Ladakh during an encounter with the Chinese Army.

The event was graced by senior dignitaries including Director General of Police, Ladakh, Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, IPS; Secretaries to the Administration; Deputy Commissioner Le...