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151 officer trainees to graduate at National Police Academy's 78th Dikshant Parade

The National Police Academy will host its 78th Dikshant Parade with 151 officer trainees set to graduate, including 135 Indian Police Service probationers and 16 foreign officers from neighbouring South Asian nations.

LSN India · 15 October 2026

151 officer trainees to graduate at National Police Academy's 78th Dikshant Parade

The National Police Academy will conduct its 78th Dikshant Parade, marking the graduation of 151 officer trainees who have completed their training at the premier institution. The passing-out ceremony will see 135 Indian Police Service (IPS) probationers receiving their commissions, alongside 16 international officers participating in the prestigious event.

The foreign contingent comprises officers from Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives, underscoring the academy's role in fostering regional law enforcement cooperation and capacity building across South Asia. The participation of these international trainees reflects the shared commitment among neighbouring nations to enhance professional standards in policing and security operations.

The Dikshant Parade represents a significant milestone for the graduating officers, who will be deployed across various police services and security agencies following their commissioning. The ceremony traditionally serves as a formal recognition of the officers' readiness to assume their professional responsibilities and uphold law enforcement standards in their respective jurisdictions.