The Centre has excluded all six Haryana police officers recommended for gallantry awards from the Independence Day honorees, citing delayed submissions and the need for further clarifications. Haryana had proposed these officers for their role in controlling farmers' protests at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, leading to criticism from farmers and politicians in Punjab. The Punjab assembly speaker and farmers' organizations protested the recommendations, alleging excessive force against peaceful demonstrators. Despite Haryana's efforts, the Union government rejected the proposals, while seven officers from Punjab were included in the gallantry awards list. This exclusion reflects ongoing tensions and differing perspectives on the handling of the farmers' protests.