Srinagar, Oct 31: Two IPS officers of the Jammu and Kashmir cadre have been awarded the Union Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Investigation for their outstanding work in criminal investigations.
Deputy Inspector General Sandeep Chaudhary, a 2012-batch IPS officer who headed the investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack, has been recognised for his exemplary investigation.
The second awardee, Divya D, was honoured for investigating a case involving sexual offences against children and child labour during her probation in Puducherry.
The case resulted in the conviction of 11 accused persons, who were sentenced to life imprisonment. Children in Conflict with Law (CCL) were also awarded compensation amounting to Rs 51 lakh, described as a first in Puducherry.
Divya D has previously served as Superintendent of Police, State Investigation Agency (SIA), and SP Sopore before being transferred to Puducherry.
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is awarded to police officers in recognition of excellence and outstanding contributions in investigation.
