Ludhiana, Nov 4: In a significant national recognition, AIG Pragya Jain of the Ludhiana Police has received the Union Home Minister’s Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for high professional standards in policing. Serving in the Counter-Intelligence and Anti-Narcotic Task Force divisions, AIG Jain achieved the historic milestone of becoming the only woman officer from the Punjab Police to earn this national distinction.
The award recognizes her extensive leadership in executing intelligence-led operations that successfully disrupted major organized crime units and illicit drug supply chains across state borders. Announced annually on October 31 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the MHA medal acknowledges exemplary contributions to national security and public safety. AIG Jain’s achievements reflect the ongoing efforts and commitment of state security forces toward eradicating organized crime.
