Recognition
Verified recognition for meritorious police service and administrative work in challenging public safety environments.
Verified honours
This page uses the precise names supported by contemporaneous reporting. The 2017 honour is the Police Medal for Meritorious Service. It is not described as the distinct President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service.
The medal was announced while Shinde was serving as Deputy Inspector General of the Gadchiroli and Gondia range. Contemporary reports document the recognition and his earlier Maharashtra Police assignments.
Read the Loksatta reportThe award recognised public administration and community oriented work in the Gadchiroli and Gondia range. Loksatta reported that the selection followed programmes for young people delivered through remote police posts alongside security responsibilities.
Read the Loksatta reportTEDxGateway is documented separately under public speaking. It is not presented as an award or honour.