Police Commemoration Day Observances
Ranchi: Honoring Martyred Police Personnel
On October 21, 2025, at 2:55 PM, a Police Commemoration Day event was held at the Parade Ground in the Jharkhand Armed Police-1 premises in Ranchi. Tributes were paid to martyred police personnel from across the country. Senior officials, including the Director General and Inspector General of Police, attended the ceremony. The event also remembered Jharkhand Jaguar reservist Sunil Dhan, who was martyred in a Naxal operation in Chaibasa district due to an IED blast. A resolution was made to stand by the families of the martyrs.
Dumka: Tributes to Fallen Heroes
In Dumka, Police Commemoration Day was observed with tributes offered to martyred jawans at the police line. Under the leadership of Superintendent of Police Pitambar Singh Kharwar, the district police force honored the martyrs by offering floral tributes and acknowledging their sacrifices.
Lohardaga: Remembering the Brave
Lohardaga’s police line also hosted a Police Commemoration Day event, where tributes were paid to martyred jawans. Superintendent of Police Saiful Anwar Rizvi emphasized that the sacrifices of brave jawans who protect the nation will never be forgotten.
Hazaribagh: Emotional Tributes to Martyrs
In Hazaribagh, Police Commemoration Day saw heartfelt tributes to martyred jawans at the police line. Superintendent of Police Anjani Anjan stated that the sacrifices and dedication of martyrs are an inspiration for society. Police officials met with martyrs’ families, listened to their concerns, and assured all possible support.
Technical and Mining Festival in Dhanbad
A two-day annual technical and mining festival, *Mining 25*, will be held in Dhanbad’s IIT (ISM) on October 25 and 26. Participants from across the country will engage in technical competitions, discussions, and workshops related to mining and earth sciences. Key attractions include Mining Olympiad, Mine Designathon, panel discussions, and mining robotics workshops.
Cultural and Religious Celebrations
Saraikela: Kali Puja Begins with Fervor
In Saraikela, the traditional and religious festival of Kali Puja commenced with great enthusiasm. Deputy Commissioner Nivedita Niyati performed the main puja and rituals, praying for the district’s peace and prosperity.
Padma: Devotion During Kali Puja
In Padma, Kali Puja saw a devotional atmosphere across the district, with large crowds of devotees gathering at various temples. The pandal at Kalikatpur railway station ground and the Kali Tila Shmashan temple were major attractions for visitors.
Preparations for Lok Ashtak Mahaparva
Preparations are underway in Bokaro district for the grand Lok Ashtak Mahaparva festival. Further details were shared by our correspondent.
Crime and Law Enforcement
Lohardaga: Arrest in Kudu Area
In Lohardaga’s Kudu police station area, police arrested a youth with weapons from the Chetar-Jingi main road. Station in-charge Manoj Kumar reported that a homemade pistol and several live cartridges were recovered from the accused’s home, and he was sent to jail.
Weather Updates
In Ranchi and surrounding areas, the morning of October 21, 2025, was clear with a cold sensation, while the afternoon felt warm due to sunlight. According to the weather department’s forecast, a low-pressure area is forming in the Bay of Bengal and coastal districts of West Bengal within the next 48 hours. This may impact the state’s weather after October 26, potentially triggering a new round of rainfall in some areas.
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