Department of Information and Public Relations

Press Release No. 240/06

NOMINATIONS INVITED FOR ASHOKA CHAKRA AWARDS 2006

In recognition of any individual acts of merit and gallantry, the Government of India has instituted Ashoka Chakra series of gallantry awards which are given in three categories, the Ashoka Chakra for most conspicuous bravery or some acts of daring or pre-eminent valour of self service, the Kirti Chakra for conspicuous gallantry and the Shaurya Chakra for gallantry.

The awards, announced by the Government of India on the occasions of Republic Day and Independence Day every year are opened to Defence personnel, civilian citizens of either sex in all walks of life and members of Police Forces, Central Para Military Forces and Railway Protection Force.

Interested persons can furnish all requisite information like Citation, Integrity Certificate etc, to the office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong latest by 12th April, 2006.

Detailed information and application form proforma can be obtained from the office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong on any working day.