10 Most Famous Cops Of India

Zee Media Bureau
Jul 25, 2023

1. Kiran Bedi

The first woman Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, Kiran Bedi is widely recognized for her tough and innovative approach to policing. She served as the Inspector General of Prisons in Tihar Jail, implementing various reforms.

2. K. Vijay Kumar

A retired IPS officer known for leading the successful operation against the notorious sandalwood smuggler Veerappan.

3. Julio Ribeiro

A former IPS officer who served as the Mumbai Police Commissioner and Director General of Punjab Police. He is known for his efforts in tackling terrorism and insurgency.

4. R. Sreelekha

The first woman IPS officer in Kerala, Sreelekha made significant contributions to various departments, including law and order and traffic.

5. Amitabh Thakur

Known for his active role in promoting transparency and accountability in the police force. He has also been involved in several high-profile cases.

6. Alok Kumar Verma

Served as the Delhi Police Commissioner and later became the Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

7. R. K. Raghavan

A former CBI Director, known for his work on the Gujarat riots and handling other sensitive cases.

8. Hemant Karkare

A brave officer who sacrificed his life during the 2008 Mumbai attacks. He was the chief of the Mumbai Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).

9. K. P. S. Gill

Though he passed away in 2017, K.P.S. Gill's name remains synonymous with his relentless efforts in fighting terrorism in Punjab.

10. D. Roopa

An IPS officer known for her integrity and fearless approach. She made headlines for exposing corruption in the Bengaluru Central Prison.

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