Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the Uttarakhand Police has introduced a new formation sign, insignia, crest and uniform, marking a new visual identity for the force.
Speaking in Dehradun, Dhami said the change comes after approximately 18 years since 2008. He said the updated identity would strengthen the police force’s symbol of pride while adding to its responsibilities.
New identity for the police force
The announcement covers 4 elements of the police force’s presentation: its formation sign, insignia, crest and uniform. The changes represent an updated identity for the Uttarakhand Police, according to the chief minister.
Dhami said the new identity is intended to enhance the force’s sense of pride. He also connected the change with the responsibilities carried by police personnel while serving the state.
The chief minister congratulated the Director General of Police for leading the department effectively. The DGP’s name was not given in the statement.
CM highlights police performance
Dhami also said the Uttarakhand Police has earned top-tier recognition nationwide across various initiatives. He specifically referred to the implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, or BNS, among those initiatives.
His remarks placed the uniform and insignia changes alongside the department’s broader work and recognition. The statement did not provide details about the design, rollout schedule or any changes to police procedures linked to the new identity.
For residents, the immediate significance is that police personnel will receive a revised public appearance and official symbols. The announcement does not specify when the new uniform will be used across all units.
What happens next
The available statement confirms the introduction of the new formation sign, insignia, crest and uniform. It does not set out further operational instructions or provide a detailed schedule for implementation.
Further information would be needed to establish the exact design features, the units covered and the process for adopting the updated uniform throughout Uttarakhand.
Conclusion
Uttarakhand Police is receiving a new formation sign, insignia, crest and uniform after approximately 18 years since 2008, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami describing the changes as a new identity linked to greater pride and responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What has the Uttarakhand Police introduced?
The force has introduced a new formation sign, insignia, crest and uniform.
Q. Where did Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami make the remarks?
Dhami made the remarks in Dehradun.
Q. How long has it been since the previous identity was introduced?
Dhami said the Uttarakhand Police is receiving a new identity after approximately 18 years since 2008.
Q. What does Dhami believe the new identity will do?
He said it will enhance the police force’s symbol of pride and add to its responsibilities.
Q. Whom did Dhami congratulate?
He offered special congratulations to the Director General of Police for leading the department effectively.
Q. What wider police work did Dhami mention?
He said the Uttarakhand Police has earned top-tier recognition nationwide across various initiatives, including BNS implementation.
Q. Were design details released?
The statement did not provide detailed information about the design of the new sign, crest or uniform.
