President Droupadi Murmu confers gallantry awards to 39 bravehearts

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday conferred six Kirti Chakras, together with 4 posthumously, and 33 Shaurya Chakras throughout Section-I of the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2025 held at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

The gallantry awards have been introduced to personnel from the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and State and Union Territory Police for displaying extraordinary braveness, unwavering dedication, and selfless service within the line of obligation.

The honours recognised valiant acts throughout counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations, notably in Jammu & Kashmir and the North-East, the place a number of high-risk missions led to the neutralisation and arrest of closely armed terrorists, in addition to the restoration of serious caches of arms and ammunition.

Officers from the Indian Navy have been additionally honoured for his or her management in anti-piracy missions that led to the give up of pirates and the profitable rescue of hostages. Their bravery additionally shone via in harmful fire-fighting efforts aboard a burning oil tanker.

Personnel from the Indian Air Power have been recognised for his or her gallantry in averting potential disasters throughout in-flight emergencies.

In the meantime, Central Reserve Police Power (CRPF) officers obtained accolades for his or her fearless actions in areas affected by Left-Wing Extremism.

Right here is the checklist of awardees as follows:

Kirti Chakra

Kirti Chakra (Posthumous)

Shaurya Chakra

Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous)