Kashmir , October 21,2026-Every year on October 21, India remembers police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. This year, we remember Mudasir Ahmad Sheikh of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the father who said he was proud of him.
A Tribute from the Lieutenant Governor
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid tribute to the fallen police personnel. “On Police Commemoration Day, I pay heartfelt tribute to the brave police personnel who laid down their lives in service of the nation,” he said. “I bow to their courage, duty and sacrifice and extend my respect and solidarity to their families.”
He added that the valour of the martyrs inspires us to strengthen peace, unity and security. “Let us honour them through our collective commitment to a safer, stronger and more prosperous Jammu Kashmir,” he said.
Who Was Mudasir?
Mudasir was a highly decorated Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel of the J&K Police. He gave the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty and was posthumously awarded the Shaurya Chakra, India’s prestigious peacetime gallantry award.
He was born in 1990 in Uri, in Baramulla district. His father, Maqsood Ahmad Sheikh, was a sub-inspector in the same police force. Mudasir joined as a Special Police Officer in 2016 and was later made a constable for his service. His colleagues called him “Bindaas”, a name for someone who is fearless and full of life.
The Day at Kreeri
In May 2022, Mudasir was part of a joint team of J&K Police and the Army. They were working to stop terrorists who were believed to be heading for the Amarnath Yatra. The team set up checkpoints on intelligence inputs, including one at Kreeri in Baramulla.
When the terrorists’ car reached the checkpoint, they opened fire. Three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were killed. Mudasir was badly wounded and did not survive. Because of his courage, the attackers never reached their target.
A Father’s Pride
Mudasir’s father had served in the same force, so he knew the risks of the uniform. When reporters met him, he did not speak in anger. He said his son would never return, but that Mudasir had saved hundreds of lives, and that he was proud of him.
Those few words say a lot. Grief and pride can live in the same heart. Police families accept danger every day, and when the worst happens, they carry the loss with dignity.
Honours and Remembrance
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the family in Uri and prayed at Mudasir’s grave. In January 2023, the nation awarded Mudasir the Shaurya Chakra. A town square in Baramulla has been named Shaheed Mudasir Chowk in his memory.
Why We Remember
Police work often goes unnoticed. We rarely think about the officer at the checkpoint or the patrol on the lonely road until something goes wrong. Police Commemoration Day reminds us that these people put their lives between us and danger.
Mudasir gave his life so that strangers could stay safe. His father answered that loss with pride. Today, both deserve our salute.
