Siang SP Kamdam Sikom Receives National Police Excellence Award

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ITANAGAR | November 3: 

Arunachal Pradesh Police officer Kamdam Sikom, currently serving as Superintendent of Police (SP) of Siang district, has been conferred the prestigious Kendriya Grih Mantri Dakshata Padak 2026 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to criminal investigation.

The national-level honour, instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, recognises exceptional dedication, professional competence and excellence in investigation and other specialised areas of policing.

Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein congratulated Sikom on receiving the prestigious award. In a congratulatory message, Mein described the achievement as a reflection of his dedication to duty and commitment to public service.

Mein also expressed hope that the recognition would inspire Sikom to continue making meaningful contributions to policing and wished him many more achievements in his career.

An Arunachal Pradesh Police Service (APPS) officer, Sikom had previously served as SP of East Kameng district, where he earned recognition for his administrative leadership and various policing initiatives.

In January 2025, he received the Best Electoral Practice Award for his contribution to the successful conduct of the simultaneous Assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Arunachal Pradesh in 2024.

During his tenure in East Kameng, Sikom also received public appreciation for personally leading efforts to repair a damaged hanging bridge at Venia village. The initiative helped ensure the smooth movement of polling personnel during the 2024 elections.

The Kendriya Grih Mantri Dakshata Padak was instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs in February 2024 to recognise outstanding contributions in four categories: investigation, special operations, intelligence and forensic science.

For 2026, a total of 490 personnel from police and security organisations across the country have been selected for the honour, including 123 personnel in the investigation category.

The latest recognition marks another significant milestone in Sikom's policing career and brings distinction to Arunachal Pradesh Police, highlighting the contribution of state police personnel towards strengthening professional investigation and law enforcement.

Location: Itanagar 791111

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