CRPF Raising Day: Celebrating Courage, Commitment, and Sacrifice
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) India’s largest paramilitary force commemorates its Raising Day every year on July 27, a date that marks the beginning of a legendary journey in Indian history. It was on July 27, 1939, that the force was first established as the Crown Representative’s Police, with the primary role of assisting British India in maintaining law and order in princely states. After India gained independence, the force was renamed the Central Reserve Police Force under the CRPF Act of 1949, and since then, it has grown into the backbone of the nation’s internal security apparatus.
As CRPF Raising Day 2025 is observed across the country, we celebrate 86 years of unmatched courage, commitment, and sacrifice. From its humble beginnings in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, the CRPF has transformed into a dynamic force of over 300,000 personnel, guarding the nation against various internal threats from insurgency and terrorism to riots and disaster response.
The CRPF is deployed in every major region of India, especially in Jammu & Kashmir, Left-Wing Extremism-affected areas, and during elections, where it ensures peaceful democratic processes. It has been instrumental in operations against Naxals, terrorists, and hostile mobs, often in some of the harshest terrains and life-threatening conditions.
CRPF Raising Day is not just a ceremonial occasion it’s a powerful reminder of the martyrs who laid down their lives for the nation. The celebrations on July 27 each year include parades, medal distribution, tributes to fallen heroes, and addresses by senior officers, reinforcing the force’s values and highlighting its outstanding service.
This year’s theme “Courage, Commitment, and Sacrifice” beautifully captures the very essence of the CRPF:
- Courage is seen in their fearless presence on the frontlines, where threats are constant.
- Commitment reflects in their readiness to serve in any region, under any condition.
- Sacrifice speaks of the hundreds who have made the ultimate offering in the line of duty, ensuring the safety and unity of India.
The CRPF also continues to evolve with time. Modernization efforts include the use of drones, advanced surveillance equipment, body cameras, modern weaponry, and AI-based threat analysis systems. Despite this technological edge, it is the human spirit of service, honor, and patriotism that remains the force’s strongest asset.
As we celebrate CRPF Raising Day on July 27, 2025, let us salute the unwavering spirit of these brave men and women who serve silently, often in shadows, but always with the nation in their hearts. Their journey, which began on July 27, 1939, is a story of resilience, pride, and national service.
The CRPF is more than a force it is a legacy of unshakable will, standing tall for “Service and Loyalty”, protecting every Indian, every day