Republic Day Awards and Medals: Tamil Nadu Government ▪ Anna Bravery Medal: This medal is awarded to individuals who make outstanding contributions to society. This year, K. Velthivel, who works in the Fire and Rescue Services Department of Chennai district, was selected for this award. ▪ Kottai Ameer Medal: This medal is awarded to those who promote religious harmony. This year, S.A. Ameer Amsha from Velipatti, Ramanathapuram district, was selected for this award. ▪ Agriculture Department Award: This award, named after C. Narayanasamy Naidu, is given annually to farmers who achieve high productivity. This year, R. Murugavel from Vadugapatti village in Theni district was selected for this award. ▪ Gandhian Police Medal: This medal is awarded annually to police officers who effectively control illicit liquor. ▪ This year, the awards were presented to P. Chinnakamanan (Police Inspector, Villupuram Division), K.M. Kamarx (Head Constable, Villupuram Law & Order Police Station), Kugarthik (Head Constable, Thuraiyur Police Station, Trichy District), and Salem District Police Officers K. Siva and P. Poomalai. ▪ Best Police Stations: Awards were presented to police stations in Madurai, Tiruppur, and Thiruvallur districts. ▪ Madurai City Police Station won the first prize, Tiruppur City Police Station won the second prize, and Thiruvallur District Police Station won the third prize.
