Tribute to the guardians of law and order

In ceremonial garb Mounted Police

Despatching food to the North

Everyday brave men and women place their lives in harms way to protect their fellow human beings, with little or no regard for their own personal safety. On March 21, 2007 the Sri Lanka Police Service will commemorate those heroes who have paid the price for the freedom we enjoy today.

The day marks the death of the first police personnel while on duty in the history of the police service - Police Constable Saban who died of gunshot wounds inflicted by Mamal Marikkar, a member of the gang of highwaymen led by Deekirikewage Saradiel.

March 21, is observed every year to pay tributes to police personnel who laid down their lives while on duty through out the country.