Kargil, Oct 31: Inspector Manzoor Hussain of Ladakh Police has brought laurels to the Union Territory by winning the “Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025”, conferred by the Ministry of Home Affairs for exceptional investigative performance.
The award, sanctioned by the Union Home Minister, recognises police officers across India for their exemplary service and professional competence in law enforcement. Inspector Hussain, hailing from Drass—the coldest inhabited town in India—earned the honour for his consistent investigative excellence and commitment to duty.
Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shree Ram R, extended his congratulations, describing the recognition as a reflection of the discipline, dedication, and investigative acumen that define the ethos of Ladakh Police.
Speaking over the phone, Inspector Hussain expressed deep gratitude to his seniors and colleagues, crediting the achievement to the collective effort within the department. He said the award underscores how teamwork and coordination from every level of the force contribute to such accomplishments.
He further thanked the Government of India for recognising officers from remote regions like Drass, saying the acknowledgment motivates them to serve with greater zeal and integrity. The honour has sparked pride among residents of Drass and the wider Ladakh community, marking another milestone in the region’s growing presence on the national policing map.
