India, Oct. 22 -- Behind the uniform that stands at every crossing, market and checkpoint is a risk most citizens never see. In the year from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026, 154 police personnel across the country gave their lives in the line of duty. Three of them belonged to the Delhi Police.

The figure was shared at the Police Commemoration Day Parade held on Wednesday at the Parade Ground, New Police Lines, Kingsway Camp. The Delhi Police organised the event to pay tribute to those who died while serving their forces during this period.

The ceremony began in a solemn mood. The Martyrs' Book was brought on parade in a slow march. The guard presented Salami Shastra and all officers saluted the book, which was then placed on the ...