Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 -- Coimbatore Head Constable M. Velmurugan, who shot to attention after clinging to a fleeing SUV for more than 40 km to stop suspected gutkha smugglers, has now been felicitated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The CM praised the Kovilpalayam police station personnel for his courage, presence of mind and commitment to duty during the dramatic operation.

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On Tuesday, Vijay felicitated Velmurugan on Tuesday in the presence of Director General of Police and Head of Police Force Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal. Aggarwal also personally congratulated the head constable for his exemplary courage and ...