The Desha Puthra Padakkama (දේශ පුත්ර සමිමානය, dēśa putra padakkama, "Son of the Country Medal") is awarded to police officers in Sri Lanka for sustaining serious injuries while facing terrorist attacks and on the line of duty. The medal is based on the Desha Puthra Sammanaya issued by the Sri Lankan armed forces, however with a different ribbon.
See also
Awards and decorations of the Sri Lanka Police Desha Puthra Sammanaya
References
External links
Sri Lanka Police