Independence Day 2026: 1,057 personnel awarded Gallantry, Service Medals

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Independence Day 2026: 1,057 personnel awarded Gallantry, Service Medals

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On India's Independence Day in 2026, 1,057 personnel were awarded Gallantry and Service Medals, with a notable number coming from Left Wing Extremism-affected regions, Jammu & Kashmir, and the northeast. The awards highlight ongoing internal security challenges.

Regionally, 197 of the Gallantry awardees are from Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, 51 from Jammu & Kashmir, 12 from the northeast

World Security Conflict Politics India Independence Day Gallantry Medals security forces Left Wing Extremism Jammu & Kashmir

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