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Sri P. Harishekaran
Sri P. Harishekaran
Born	August 21, 1968 (age 56); Perambalur, Tamil Nadu, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Indian Police Service Officer
Years active	1996–present
Awards	President's Police Medal for Meritorious Service (2013) Best Service Award by American Consulate General, Chennai

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Sri P. Harishekaran is an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, recognized for his service in various key roles within the police force. He was born on 21st August 1968 in Perambalur, Tamil Nadu.Harishekaran has made contributions to law enforcement and public service in several critical areas, including anti-Veerappan and anti-Naxal operation. Over the years, he has been honored with prestigious awards such as the President's Police Medal for Meritorious Service and the Best Service Award by the American Consulate General, Chennai. Currently, he serves as the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Crime & Technical Services, in Bengaluru, where he uses innovative approaches in policing for public safety.

Early Life

Sri P. Harishekaran was born on 21st August 1968 in Perambalur, Tamil Nadu. He is the son of late Sri M. Palanimuthu, an ex-MLA from the Perambalur Constituency and the grandson-in-law of Sri Kakkanji, the first Home Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Education

He completed his Bachelor of Arts in History from St. Joseph’s College, Trichy in 1989 and passed out with a gold medal. Later, he pursued his Master of Arts in History from Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai, where he received another gold medal.^[1]

Career

Before joining the Indian Police Service (IPS), Harishekaran worked as a Customs Appraiser (1994 batch) in Chennai for two years, after which joined the IPS in 1996. He underwent training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie and the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), Hyderabad. During his training, he served as Mess Secretary and Secretary of the Photography Association.

Key Postings

Special Task Force (STF): Harishekaran played a key role in anti-Veerappan operations, securing hostages and gathering critical intelligence.^[2]
Superintendent of Police (SP): He served in Chamarajanagar and Raichur districts, focusing on anti-Veerappan and anti-Naxal operations, respectively.^[3]
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP): He managed Bengaluru West Division, resolving major communal and law-and-order issues.
Inspector General of Police (IGP): He has held positions in Mangalore, Bengaluru East, and Training divisions.^[4]

Notable Cases

Harishekaran cracked a human trafficking case, for which he was awarded the "Best Service Award" by the American Consulate General, Chennai.^[5]

Current Role

He is currently serving as the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Crime & Technical Services, Bengaluru.^[6]

Achievements

Awarded the President's Police Medal for Meritorious Service in 2013.^[7]
Recognized internationally for exceptional law enforcement activities.
Successfully completed Scotland Yard training under the MCTP program.^[8]

Personal Life

Sri P. Harishekaran is a yoga enthusiastic and enjoys long-distance running and has a lifelong commitment to physical fitness.

References

^ "IPS Harishekaran Biography". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "Special Task Force Operations". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "Anti-Veerappan Operations by Karnataka Police". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "IGP Positions of Harishekaran". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "IGP Harishekaran receives Best Service Award from American Consulate General". Mangalorean. 28 August 2019. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "ADGP Crime & Technical Services". DaijiWorld. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "President's Police Medal Recipients". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
^ "The Better India - Police Reforms". 16 September 2016. Retrieved 2024-12-24.

External Links

[1] "IPS Harishekaran Biography". Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[2] "Special Task Force Operations". Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[3] "Anti-Veerappan Operations by Karnataka Police". Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[4] "IGP Positions of Harishekaran". Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[5] "IGP Harishekaran receives Best Service Award from American Consulate General". Mangalorean. 28 August 2019. Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[6] "ADGP Crime & Technical Services". DaijiWorld. Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[7] "President's Police Medal Recipients". Retrieved 2024-12-24.

[8] "The Better India - Police Reforms". 16 September 2016. Retrieved 2024-12-24.

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