India, Nov. 1 -- Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday graced the Chandigarh Police's Diamond Jubilee celebrations as Chief Guest at the President's Colour Award Ceremony. The event, attended by Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria and other dignitaries, marked six decades since Chandigarh became a Union Territory and the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana on November 1, 1966.

Addressing the gathering, Shah described the President's Colour as formal recognition of the force's 60 years of service, dedication and sensitivity. He noted that the award is conferred on forces with more than 15 years of exemplary discipline and commitment. He said personnel who make the supreme sacrific...