SSP Numal Mahatta Among Three from Cachar Awarded Meritorious Service Medal by MHA

On the eve of Independence Day, three from Cachar, including the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Cachar and two personnel of the 6th AP Battalion, have been chosen for a prestigious national award. The honour recognises their dedication, service, and commitment to duty, making this a proud moment for the district and the entire Barak Valley.

Independence Day, which will be celebrated tomorrow, marks the country’s festival of freedom. As the nation gears up for this glorious occasion, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced various medals to recognise exceptional service from each state of India.

In Assam, 13 police personnel have been selected for the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) in the Police Force. Among them are SSP, Cachar, Numal Mahatta, and two officers from the 6th Assam Police Battalion, Kathal — Assistant Commandant Nabin Chandra Sharma and ABSI Rabindra Singha.

The Medal for Meritorious Service is given to police personnel with an outstanding record of integrity, efficiency, and dedication. It honours officers with exceptional leadership, discipline, and hard work over many years, contributing greatly to public safety and security.

In a press release, SSP Numal Mahatta described the recognition as “a collective achievement of my team in Cachar Police.” The release stated that since taking charge, he has implemented targeted crime-control measures, improved intelligence gathering, and worked to strengthen police-community relations.

According to the press release, his tenure has included emergency responses, action against organised crime, and awareness programmes on drug abuse, cyber safety, and traffic discipline. Under his leadership, Cachar Police have carried out operations against narcotics trafficking, cross-border smuggling, and rural law-and-order issues.

Assistant Commandant Nabin Chandra Sharma, who joined the force in 1988, has been involved in supervising Border Outpost Platoons in remote areas. Over his career, he has received 98 rewards and commendations, including the “Swatantrata ki Swarna Jayanti Padak” from the President of India in 2002.

ABSI Rabindra Singha, who joined in 1991, has worked in administrative roles and has received 73 monetary rewards and three commendations during his career.