The Meghalaya Police President's Colour Presentation Ceremony scheduled to take place in Shillong has been called off after Union Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his planned visit to the state. The high-profile gathering was set to honor the state police force, but the sudden change in the ministerial schedule required organizers to put the entire event on hold.
Ceremony Was Planned at Shillong JN Stadium
Amit Shah was scheduled to attend the presentation event at the JN Stadium in Shillong as the chief guest. During the programme, he was slated to officially present the prestigious President's Colour to the Meghalaya Police in recognition of the force's long-standing and dedicated service. The cancellation of the minister's visit directly resulted in calling off the formal assembly scheduled at the venue.
Police Issue Formal Notice Citing Unavoidable Circumstances
Meghalaya Police officially announced the cancellation on Saturday, stating that unavoidable circumstances forced the postponement of the grand parade and gathering. The department did not elaborate on the specific reasons behind the cancellation of the minister's trip. In an official communication, the authorities confirmed that the event planned for Monday, October 5, 2026, at the JN Stadium stands cancelled due to unavoidable factors.
Fresh Date to Be Decided Later
The police department stated that a revised date for the presentation parade will be communicated at a later stage. Officials requested invited dignitaries, police personnel, media members, and the general public to take note of the schedule change. The President's Colour represents one of the highest honors conferred on police and uniformed organisations for outstanding public service. The Meghalaya Police also conveyed regret for the inconvenience caused to attendees and guests due to the unexpected postponement.
