Bhubaneswar: Three police officers from Odisha have been awarded the prestigious Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak-2024 in recognition of their exemplary crime investigation skills.
The honoured officers are Sabyasachi Malla, Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of R Udayagiri Police Station in Gajapati district; Rajendra Narayan Pattnaik, IIC of Aska Police Station in Ganjam district; and Rigan Kindo, IIC of Malkangiri Police Station.
“It is a matter of great pride that three police officers from Odisha have received the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak-2024 for excellence in crime investigation,” Odisha’s Director General of Police (DGP) Y B Khurania posted on X.
The Union Home Minister’s Dakshata Padak was awarded to a total of 463 police personnel nationwide, recognizing their dedication and outstanding contributions to maintaining law and order.
Rajendra Narayan Pattnaik received the award for his exceptional handling of a double murder case in Kalinga Nagar, Jajpur district, in 2020. His meticulous investigation resulted in the conviction of 17 out of 19 accused individuals, all of whom were sentenced to life imprisonment.
Sabyasachi Malla was recognized for solving a challenging murder case involving an unidentified woman in Ganjam district in 2021. Through persistent efforts and DNA profiling, Malla’s team identified the woman 10 days after the body was found, ultimately leading to the arrest and life imprisonment of the accused.
Rigan Kindo was honoured for his success in solving a complex murder case in Malkangiri in 2022. His thorough investigation led to the arrest of two suspects, both of whom received life sentences.
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak, awarded by the Union Home Ministry, aims to recognize police excellence, uphold high professional standards, and boost officer morale.
