Guwahati: In a proud moment for Assam Police, the Special Task Force (STF), Assam, has been conferred with the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak – 2025 in the Special Operations category for its exemplary success in neutralising a Jehadi group under Operation Praghat. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs announced the prestigious award on Thursday following approval by the Hon’ble Union Home Minister, recognising the STF’s outstanding operational precision, intelligence coordination, and professionalism in a high-risk counter-terrorism mission that significantly bolstered Assam’s internal security.
The award-winning STF team, led by Dr. Partha Sarathi Mahanta, IPS, Inspector General of Police (STF), Assam, who has been honoured for the second time, includes Pranab Kumar Pegu, APS, Additional Superintendent of Police, Anurag Sarmah, APS, Additional Superintendent of Police, Kh. Satyendra Singh Hazari, APS, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and Inspectors Saroj Doley, Sankar Jyoti Nath, Kapil Pathak, and Vikram Basumatary.
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According to the official notification (No. 11024/02/2025-PMA, dated October 31, 2025), the award recognises officers and units across India for exceptional contributions in the fields of Special Operations, Investigation, and Forensic Science.
Operation Praghat, a major counter-insurgency initiative of the STF, successfully dismantled a clandestine Jehadi network operating in Assam, preventing possible extremist activities in sensitive areas. The operation has drawn wide commendation from both state and central security agencies. Senior police officials described the recognition as “a proud moment for the entire police fraternity,” reflecting the growing capability of Assam Police in intelligence-led, technology-driven counter-terrorism operations.
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is one of India’s most prestigious honours awarded annually by the Ministry of Home Affairs to recognise extraordinary professionalism, courage, and excellence in policing.
