Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service Ribbon
Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) medal ribbon representing the Indian Police Medal, a decoration established to recognize distinguished and meritorious service within India's police and security organizations.
Historical Background
The Indian Police Medal was instituted on March 1, 1951, following India's independence and transition to a republic.
The decoration was established to recognize exceptional contributions by personnel serving in India's police forces and other eligible security organizations.
The Indian Police Medal historically recognized two categories of service: gallantry and meritorious service.
The Medal for Meritorious Service was awarded to personnel who demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and sustained excellence in the performance of their duties.
The decoration became an important part of India's national system of police honors, recognizing individuals whose service contributed to public safety, law enforcement, and national security.
Why It Was Awarded
The Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service recognized personnel for valuable and distinguished service in the performance of police and security duties.
Recipients included members of state police forces, central police organizations, and other eligible services.
Item Details
Country: India
Decoration: Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service
Established: March 1, 1951
Type: Police service decoration
Ribbon colors: Dark blue with red and light-colored stripes
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Medal ribbon only
SKU: IND01
An interesting addition to a collection of Indian decorations, Commonwealth police medals, or international law enforcement honors.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered.
Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) medal ribbon representing the Indian Police Medal, a decoration established to recognize distinguished and meritorious service within India's police and security organizations.
Historical Background
The Indian Police Medal was instituted on March 1, 1951, following India's independence and transition to a republic.
The decoration was established to recognize exceptional contributions by personnel serving in India's police forces and other eligible security organizations.
The Indian Police Medal historically recognized two categories of service: gallantry and meritorious service.
The Medal for Meritorious Service was awarded to personnel who demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and sustained excellence in the performance of their duties.
The decoration became an important part of India's national system of police honors, recognizing individuals whose service contributed to public safety, law enforcement, and national security.
Why It Was Awarded
The Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service recognized personnel for valuable and distinguished service in the performance of police and security duties.
Recipients included members of state police forces, central police organizations, and other eligible services.
Item Details
Country: India
Decoration: Indian Police Medal for Meritorious Service
Established: March 1, 1951
Type: Police service decoration
Ribbon colors: Dark blue with red and light-colored stripes
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Medal ribbon only
SKU: IND01
An interesting addition to a collection of Indian decorations, Commonwealth police medals, or international law enforcement honors.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered.