Uttarakhand Police is set to receive a new institutional identity, replacing its long-standing motto “Mitrata Seva Suraksha” with “Karm Satyam Shauryam”. The new logo and motto will be formally unveiled in Dehradun on 6 November.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will present the President’s Police Colour to Uttarakhand Police during the ceremony. He will also unveil the force’s new emblem and motto. Preparations for the programme have been completed at the police headquarters level.

The change marks the first major revision to the force’s public identity since Uttarakhand was formed. The earlier motto supported of the police as “Mitra Police”, or a people-friendly police force, with emphasis on its conduct and communication with the public.

The new phrase places 3 ideas at the centre of the police identity: duty, truth and courage. It signals that the force’s role is intended to be defined not only by friendly public engagement, but also by integrity in its work and bravery in difficult situations.

Logo draws on Uttarakhand’s landscape

The redesigned emblem has been linked to Uttarakhand’s geographical and cultural identity. It features the Himalayas and a river at its centre, surrounded by a laurel wreath.

Laurel wreaths have traditionally represented victory, honour, glory and achievement in ancient Greek and Roman traditions. In the police emblem, the design has been associated with courage, service and dedication to duty.

The logo also uses red and blue. A painted version has been prepared outside the stadium at Police Lines in Dehradun. After the formal launch, the emblem is to be used on police uniforms, vehicles, offices and official documents.

New symbols finalised with President’s Police Colour

The process gained momentum after the announcement that Uttarakhand Police would receive the President’s Police Colour. A committee of senior officers was formed to work on the related designs.

The committee finalised designs for the new logo, belt and arm badge, along with other symbols connected with the force. The changes are intended to give Uttarakhand Police a distinct identity separate from the arrangements it inherited after separating from Uttar Pradesh.

Following state formation, changes had already been made to the uniform and police insignia. The colour of the stars used by non-gazetted officers was changed from gold to silver, while sky blue replaced dark blue in parts of the uniform identity.

The 6 November ceremony will provide the formal confirmation of the updated design and motto. It will also place the new symbols alongside the President’s Police Colour, making the event an important milestone for the state police force.

What the change means for the public

The new motto sets an expectation that Uttarakhand Police will express its identity through action, honesty and courage. The force will now need to reflect those principles in its working style and in its relationship with residents.

The revised logo will make the change visible across uniforms, vehicles, offices and official documents. The public-facing “Mitra Police” remains part of the force’s earlier identity, while the new motto broadens the message around its responsibilities and conduct.

Conclusion

Uttarakhand Police will receive its new public identity on 6 November, when Amit Shah presents the President’s Police Colour and unveils the logo and “Karm Satyam Shauryam” motto in Dehradun. The change replaces “Mitrata Seva Suraksha” and highlights duty, truth and courage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Uttarakhand Police’s new motto?

The new motto is “Karm Satyam Shauryam”, which focuses on duty, truth and courage.

Q. Which motto is being replaced?

The earlier motto is “Mitrata Seva Suraksha”, associated with Uttarakhand Police since the state’s formation.

Q. When will the new logo and motto be unveiled?

They will be formally unveiled on 6 November in Dehradun.

Q. Who will unveil the new identity?

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will unveil the logo and motto while presenting the President’s Police Colour to Uttarakhand Police.

Q. What features are included in the new logo?

The emblem includes the Himalayas, a river and a laurel wreath, along with red and blue colours.

Q. Where will the new logo be used?

It will be used on police uniforms, vehicles, offices and official documents.

Q. What other designs were finalised?

Designs for the belt, arm badge and other police symbols were finalised along with the new logo.