Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh Bahadur Khurania felicitated 41 outstanding sportspersons of Odisha Police on the occasion of National Sports Day, commemorating the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. The ceremony was held at R.K. Padhi Memorial Hall in Cuttack IPS Mess.
Key Highlights of the Ceremony
- Felicitation: DGP Khurania presented awards and cash prizes to the 41 sportspersons, praising their extraordinary talent and sports excellence.
- International Success: The DGP highlighted the remarkable success of 7 Odisha Police sportspersons in the World Police and Fire Games held in Birmingham, USA, where they won 13 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze medals.
- Inspiring Young Talents: DGP Khurania expressed hope that the felicitation ceremony would attract young talents in Odisha towards sports and inspire them to achieve new milestones.
The DGP emphasized that the achievements of these sportspersons have enhanced the reputation of Odisha Police across the country, and he hopes that more sportspersons will participate in national and international events to further glorify the force.