Ladakh: LG RK Mathur Unveils Flag, Formation Sign & Epaulettes Of Newly Formed Police Force

Ladakh Police will now observe the formation day on October 31 every year, which also coincides with the formation of UT Ladakh.

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Ladakh: In a significant development in the history of Ladakh Police, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor RK Mathur today unveiled the Flag, Formation Sign and Epaulettes of the newly formed police force, today. Formation of separate Ladakh Police notification came on 23rd May this year.  A ceremonial function by Ladakh police after unveiling the Ladakh Police Flag and Insignia was held today in Leh, which was attended by Leh CEC Gyal P Wangyal, Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, UT Advisor Umang Narula, ITBP NW Frontier IG Rupam Seth, Army and Ladakh Scouts, senior civil and police officials of Union Territory. The new Insignia with Blood red and navy blue coloured in the golden border the Ladakh police flag symbolizes interdependence with Service & Courage inscribed on it. With Snow Leopard in action, the Formation Sign symbolizes strength and endurance in the harsh and rugged terrains. The Police Logo with the National Emblem, LP along with Satyameva Jayate surrounded by auspicious Juniper leaves represents sacredness and Ladakhi tradition. While the Ladakh police got the new insignia, Lt Governor suggested Ladakh Police take up the adventurous Karakoram and Demchok Rallies to show the strength and endurance of the police in the highest altitude Ladakh region. Ladakh Police will now observe the formation day on the 31st of October every year symbolically coinciding with the formation of UT Ladakh. Exclusive: Sachin Pilot returns to Jaipur, speaks about future plans