Promoth Sangma, who dies fighting militants, was named for President's Police Medal
Sub inspector Promoth Sangma, who won medal for his distinguished service, was killed during an anti-insurgency operation in a remote village located along the Indo-Bangladesh border, police said on Thursday.
The 50-year-old policeman, who fought insurgents in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills, succumbed to his injuries, reports said. Sub inspector Promoth Sangma had been named for the President's Police Medal, it was learnt.
Sub inspector Promoth Sangma, who won medal for his distinguished service, was killed during an anti-insurgency operation in a remote village located along the Indo-Bangladesh border, police said on Thursday.
Sangma had bagged the prestigious Governor Police Medal earlier this year. Police said the department has also recently recommended his name for the President's Police Medal for his outstanding services.
The incident took place at Songmagre village where a group of six to seven militants were hiding.
A team comprising Special Operation Team and Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) commandoes raided the village.
On seeing the police team, the militants started firing and a heavy exchange of fire ensued. Sangma was killed in the shootout, police said.
The militants taking cover of the thick jungles and hostile terrain managed to flee.
"The police was yet to identify the militants and the outfit they belong to," district Additional Superintendent of Police Bruno A Sangma told PTI.
The area, about 55 km from district headquarters Tura, is frequented by militants of Achik Matgrik Elite Force and A'chik Songna An'pachakgipa Kotok.