Archive · 23 May 2025
President Murmu Confers Gallantry Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan
The President of India gave out special awards called Kirti Chakras and Shaurya Chakras to brave people from the Army and police forces.
These awards honored soldiers who showed great courage and valour.
Some of the awards were given to people who have died while serving the country.
The awards were given to those who showed indomitable courage.
President Droupadi Murmu awarded Kirti Chakras and Shaurya Chakras.
The awards were given to personnel from the Army, CAPF, and State Police.
Kirti Chakras and Shaurya Chakras were for displaying indomitable courage.
Six Kirti Chakras, including four posthumously, were awarded.
33 Shaurya Chakras, including seven posthumously, were presented.
- Who
- President Droupadi Murmu
- What
- Kirti Chakras and Shaurya Chakras were conferred
- When
- Thursday, May 22, 2025
- Where
- Rashtrapati Bhavan
- Why
- To recognize bravery and extraordinary valour.
- Awarding Authority
- President of India Droupadi Murmu
- Number of Kirti Chakras
- 6
- Number of Shaurya Chakras
- 33
- Award Recipients
- Armed Forces, CAPF, State/UT Police
- Location
- Rashtrapati Bhavan
- Date
- Thursday, May 22, 2025
