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Title: West Khasi Hills Police Observes Police Commemoration Day, Honours Fallen Martyrs
Press Release Number:
22/10/2026
Description:
The programme was marked by a ceremonial gun salute, a solemn parade, wreath-laying and other commemorative activities to honour the courage, dedication and supreme sacrifice of the fallen heroes. Family members of (L) Inspector Betly Ryntathiang were also present to pay their respects and honour his memory.
As part of the observance, West Khasi Hills Police also concluded the (L) Inspector Betly Ryntathiang Memorial Inter-Unit Football Tournament and the (L) Constable Rel Deo Sangma Inter-Unit Carrom Board Tournament, organised in memory of the police martyrs.
In the football tournament, the SP’s Office team emerged as champions, defeating the combined team of Athiabari and Malangkona Outposts. Trophies and medals were presented to the winners and runners-up of both tournaments by the family members of the martyrs.
The observance highlighted the courage, dedication and sacrifices of police personnel who gave their lives in the service of the nation, while reaffirming the department’s commitment to honouring their legacy
As part of the observance, West Khasi Hills Police also concluded the (L) Inspector Betly Ryntathiang Memorial Inter-Unit Football Tournament and the (L) Constable Rel Deo Sangma Inter-Unit Carrom Board Tournament, organised in memory of the police martyrs.
In the football tournament, the SP’s Office team emerged as champions, defeating the combined team of Athiabari and Malangkona Outposts. Trophies and medals were presented to the winners and runners-up of both tournaments by the family members of the martyrs.
The observance highlighted the courage, dedication and sacrifices of police personnel who gave their lives in the service of the nation, while reaffirming the department’s commitment to honouring their legacy
Released Date:
22 Oct 2026
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