75th Anniversary of Delhi Police Force
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | February 13, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 500000 |
| Perforation | comb 14 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Yvert et Tellier IN 3442 Stanley Gibbons IN 3804 |
| Themes | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Cars | Disabled | Police | Vehicles | |
Delhi Police traces its roots to the institution of its first ‘Kotwal’ – Malik-ul-Umara Faqruddin appointed in 1237 AD. The aftermath of India’s First war for freedom in 1857 saw the then ruling Britishers frame the Indian Police Act of 1861 to Firmly establish a colonial police establishment in Delhi.
The events to run-up of independence saw a major re-organization in 1946 when the strength of Delhi Police was almost doubled. The Independence of India brought with it the tragic partition and a massive influx of refugees. On February 16, 1948, the first Inspector General of Police was appointed for Delhi.
It was a proud moment for Delhi police when late inspector Mohan Chand Sharma, a gallant officer, was awarded ‘Ashok Chakra’ – India’s hghest peace time decoration for sacrificing his life at the alter of duty. Delhi Police holds the record for maxinmum victories for best marching contingent at the prestigious Republic Day parades at Rajpath and has also produced a number of national and international level sporting champions.