PNP Chief, Unveiled PNP Badge installed at PRO7 Headquarters

The emblem of PNP Badge installed at PRO7 Headquarters Park was unveiled by PDG Raul M Bacalzo on April 27, 2011.

The blessing and unveiling ceremony was witnessed by members of the command group, directorial staff, provincial directors, city directors, chiefs of National Support Units and other PRO7 key officers.

The installation of PNP Badge in the Regional Headquarters aims to remind their uniformed personnel to maintain dignity of their characters at all times and to strenuously enforce by example, a steady obedience to the laws of the land.

The PNP Badge, pinned on the left breast of all policemen is the symbol of legal authority in law enforcement and worthiness as police officers to serve and protect the people. It also reminds fidelity and dedication to duty expected from the workforce as a public servant.

PNP Badge Meaning and Symbolism

Philippine Monkey Eating Eagle The National Bird – symbol of swiftness and ferocity, power, courage and immortality.

PNP Shield - Symbol of protection of all citizens.

Three Stars - Stands for Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao which constitute the Republic's Territorial Integrity over which the PNP must enforce the law and maintain peace and order with professionalism, zeal and dedication in keeping with the highest ideals and traditions of service to God, Country and People.

Eight Sun Rays - Represents the eight (8) provinces whose ideals of courage, gallantry patriotism led to their revolt against Spain.

Lapu – Lapu - Symbolizes the bravery of the Philippine National Police.

Service, Honor, Justice - Service is the vibrant and cogent deeds and actions in response to the needs and wants of the people in distress: Honor could be the overriding criterion and consideration in the performance of their entrusted task or mission: and Justice dispensed to everyone whatever is due to him without favoritism or discrimination of any sort.

Laurel Leaves - Symbolizes the competency, brilliance and honor in the field of endeavor expected from each and every member of the PNP.

Philippine National Police - Identity of Solidarity.