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| {{Infobox person | |||
| | name = Sri P. Harishekaran | |||
| | birth_date = {{birth date and age|1968|8|21}} | |||
| | birth_place = 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 | |||
| | spouse = <!-- Spouse name --> | |||
| | children = <!-- Number or names of children --> | |||
| }} | |||
| Sri P. Harishekaran is an esteemed Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, recognized for his distinguished service in various key roles within the police force. Born on 21st August 1968 in Perambalur, Tamil Nadu, Harishekaran has made significant contributions to law enforcement and public service through his leadership in several critical areas, including anti-Veerappan and anti-Naxal operations, crime management, and community policing. 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 continues to drive innovative approaches to policing and public safety. | |||
| == Early Life and Education == | |||
| 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. | |||
| He completed his Bachelor of Arts in History from St. Joseph’s College, Trichy, in 1989, earning a gold medal. Later, he pursued his Master of Arts in History from Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai, where he received another gold medal.<ref>{{cite web |title=IPS Harishekaran Biography |url=https://www.stjosephstrichy.edu.in |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> He is also a skilled athlete, known for completing marathons. | |||
| == Career == | |||
| === Early Career === | |||
| Before joining the Indian Police Service (IPS), Harishekaran worked as a Customs Appraiser (1994 batch) in Chennai for two years. | |||
| === Indian Police Service (IPS) === | |||
| Sri P. Harishekaran 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): Played a key role in anti-Veerappan operations, securing hostages and gathering critical intelligence.<ref>{{cite web |title=Special Task Force Operations |url=https://www.karnatakapolice.gov.in |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| * Superintendent of Police (SP): Served in Chamarajanagar and Raichur districts, focusing on anti-Veerappan and anti-Naxal operations, respectively.<ref>{{cite news |title=Anti-Veerappan Operations by Karnataka Police |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| * Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP): Managed Bengaluru West Division, resolving major communal and law-and-order issues. | |||
| * Inspector General of Police (IGP): Held positions in Mangalore, Bengaluru East, and Training divisions.<ref>{{cite web |title=IGP Positions of Harishekaran |url=https://www.mangalorean.com |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| ==== Notable Cases ==== | |||
| * Successfully cracked a human trafficking case, for which he was awarded the "Best Service Award" by the American Consulate General, Chennai.<ref>{{cite web |title=IGP Harishekaran receives Best Service Award from American Consulate General |url=https://www.mangalorean.com/igp-harishekaran-receives-best-service-award-from-american-consulate-general/?amp=1 |publisher=Mangalorean |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| === Current Role === | |||
| He is currently serving as the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Crime & Technical Services, Bengaluru.<ref>{{cite news |title=ADGP Crime & Technical Services |url=https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=445853 |publisher=DaijiWorld |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| == Achievements == | |||
| * Awarded the President's Police Medal for Meritorious Service in 2013.<ref>{{cite web |title=President's Police Medal Recipients |url=https://www.mha.gov.in |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| * Recognized internationally for exceptional law enforcement activities. | |||
| * Successfully completed Scotland Yard training under the MCTP program.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Better India - Police Reforms |url=https://thebetterindia.com/68496/bangalore-police-karnataka-cauvery/amp/ |access-date=2024-12-24}}</ref> | |||
| == Personal Life == | |||
| Sri P. Harishekaran is fluent in Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada. He practices yoga and enjoys long-distance running, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to physical fitness. | |||
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