Pingat Bakti Setia
The Pingat Bakti Setia (English: Long Service Award) is a Singaporean decoration instituted in 1962. The medal may be awarded to any person who has completed 25 years continuous service in the service of:[1]
- the Government.
- any statutory authority (other than a Town Council).
- any organisation, association or body rendering services in the field of education.
- any company which is wholly owned by the Government and which is carrying on business mainly as an agent or instrumentality of the Government, and who is of irreproachable character.
- the Singapore Armed Forces. The award will be followed by (Tentera), Malay for "Army", signifying the awardee's association.
| Pingat Bakti Setia (Long Service Award) | |
|---|---|
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| Type | Medal |
| Awarded for | 25 years of service |
| Presented by |  Singapore |
| Eligibility | Any person working in, or associated with, the Singaporean public service |
| Status | Active |
| Established | 1962 |
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| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Pingat Berkebolehan |
| Related | Long Service Medal (Military) |
Description
- The medal, in silver, consists of a multi-lobed disc having, on the obverse side, a circular shield bearing a crescent and 5 stars encircled by a scalloped embellishment.
- The reverse bears the State Arms and name of the medal.
- The ribbon is grey with a red centre band and a red stripe to each side.
Notable Recipients
- Elizabeth Choy
- Bilahari Kausikan
- Lam Yi Young
- Sivakant Tiwari
- Winston Choo
- Soundara Pandian
References
- "The Long Service Medal (Pingat Bakti Setia)". Retrieved 26 March 2021.
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