Guwahati: Personnel from Assam and other Northeastern states have featured prominently in the Republic Day 2026 honours list, earning national recognition across police, fire, home guard and civil defence services for gallantry, distinguished service and meritorious service.
This year’s honours underscore the region’s significant contribution to internal security, public service and disaster response. Nationwide, the Republic Day 2026 awards include 125 Gallantry Medals, 101 President’s Medals for Distinguished Service, and 756 Medals for Meritorious Service.
From Assam, honours span all three major police medal categories. Imdadul Hussain Bora, Inspector General of Police, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) for his long and exemplary service in policing and public administration.
Recipients of the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) from the Assam Police include Pranab Jyoti Goswami, Dr Sadeque Ali Ahmed, Ripul Das, Nabaneet Mahanta, Saurav Jyoti Saikia, Anil Moran (all Superintendents of Police), Jagdish Kalita (Inspector), Parikshit Uzir (Sub-Inspector), Pabin Chandra Das (Sub-Inspector), along with Lance Naiks Diganta Kumar Nath, Suresh Boro, Hobibur Rahman Prasad Talukdar and Hemadhar Borah.
From the Assam Fire Services, Bhuban Chandra Mali (Sub Officer) and Nandeswar Das (Leading Fireman) have received Medals for Meritorious Service. In the Home Guard and Civil Defence category, Samiran Dey Purkayastha, Platoon Commander, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service, while Jaleswar Deka, Deputy Controller, and Chakradhar Barman, Platoon Commander, have received Medals for Meritorious Service for their roles in disaster response, civil emergencies and internal security support.
“Congratulations to all the personnel of @assampolice, @FnESAssam and Home Guard and Civil Defence who have been conferred with the prestigious President’s Medal for Distinguished Service and Medal for Meritorious Service on the eve of #RepublicDay2026,” Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X.
Police personnel from Manipur have been recognised in both gallantry and service categories. Shashikumar Singh Khuraijam, Deputy Superintendent of Police, has been selected for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service.
Recipients of the Medal for Gallantry (GM) include Langoljam Lenin Singh (Assistant Sub-Inspector), Sidrath Thokchom (Assistant Sub-Inspector), Thounaojam Nichal Singh (Havildar), Kumam Premananda Singh (Rifleman) and Ngasepam Vim Singh ( Constable).
Those awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service are Manbindhu Singh Rajkumar (Superintendent of Police), Dr Ibomcha Singh Sarangthem (Commandant), Kshetrimayum Prasanta Kumar Singh (Assistant Commandant), Nehkholal Gangte (Havildar), Premchand Singh Chungkhham (Rifleman), Bijen Singh Pukhrambam (Assistant Sub-Inspector) and Kamlensang (Rifleman).
From Arunachal Pradesh Prem Norbu Khrimey, Inspector General of Police is selected to receive the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. Other awardees include: Krishnendu Dev, Inspector – Medal for Meritorious Service; Duto Bagra, Inspector – Medal for Meritorious Service.
From Meghalaya, Jubi Gabil Momin, Deputy Inspector General, has been selected for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. Other awardees include: Bashanborlang J Laloo, Commandant – Medal for Meritorious Service, Babu Chow Sinha, Armed Police Sub-Inspector – Medal for Meritorious Service.
From Mizoram, Lal Muan Thangi, Deputy Superintendent of Police, has been selected for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. Other awardees include: Seju Perekattu Kuruvilla, Inspector General – Medal for Meritorious Service, Lalruatsanga Tochhawng, Superintendent of Police – Medal for Meritorious Service, and MC Lalhmingthanga, Inspector – Medal for Meritorious Service.
From Nagaland, Ben Longkumer, Commandant, has beem selected for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. Other awardees include: Lanuchuba Longchar, Assistant Commandant – Medal for Meritorious Service; Mepu Konyak, Inspector – Medal for Meritorious Service; and I Akaho Sumi, Havildar – Medal for Meritorious Service.
From Sikkim, Ashwani Kumar Chand, Additional Director General, has been selected for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. Other awardees include Tshering Sherpa, Superintendent of Police for the Medal for Meritorious Service.
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From Tripura, recipients of the Medal for Meritorious Service include: Deba Prasad Roy, Deputy Superintendent of Police; Pradip Chandra Das, Subedar; Bipul Deb, Havildar; Jiban Debnath, Constable; Amal Datta, Inspector; and Dhrubajyoti Halder, Inspector.
