Ankush Shinde
| Ankush Shinde | |
|---|---|
| File:Ankushshinde.jpgankushshinde.jpg Ankush Shinde in 2022 | |
| Born | Hoal, Kej taluka, Beed district, Maharashtra, India |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Indian |
| 💼 Occupation | Indian Police Service (I.P.S.) officer |
| Known for | Anti-Naxalite operations, juvenile crime reform, police leadership |
| 🏅 Awards | President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service, Internal Security Medal, Special Service Medal, Arun Bongirwar Public Service Excellence Award |
Ankush Shinde is an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 2003 Maharashtra cadre. He is currently serving as the Special Inspector General of Police (IG) for VIP Security and Coastal Security in the State Intelligence Department of Maharashtra. Shinde has held several key law enforcement positions in Maharashtra, including Commissioner of Police for the cities of Nashik, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Solapur. He is known for his work in anti-Naxalite operations and initiatives to curb juvenile delinquency, and has been honored with the President’s Police Medal among other awards.[1]
Early Life and Education
Ankush Shinde was born into a poor agricultural family in Hoal village, Kej taluka, Beed district, Maharashtra. He completed his early schooling in Hoal village and pursued a BSc and MSc in Chemistry from Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani. Despite significant financial challenges, Shinde cleared competitive examinations and joined the Maharashtra Police Service before entering the Indian Police Service in 2003.
Career
Early Postings and Anti-Naxal Operations
Shinde began as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) in Jalgaon and Chandrapur. He then served as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Zone 12, Mumbai; DCP Operations, Mumbai; and DCP Zone 4, Mumbai, where he handled major urban law and order responsibilities. After Mumbai, he was posted as DCP in Bhiwandi and Navi Mumbai, managing policing in industrial and communally sensitive zones. He was subsequently appointed Superintendent of Police (SP) in Raigad district, where he led key law and order operations. After Raigad, Shinde was posted as SP Nashik Rural, where he dealt with sensitive communal incidents and ordered CID probes when required.[2][3]
As Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police for the Gadchiroli Range, Shinde led landmark anti-Naxalite operations in Maharashtra’s most insurgency-affected district. In April 2018, under his command, 16 Maoists were killed in a single operation, marking the largest such success in the state.[4][5] In prior operations under his leadership, multiple Maoist commanders were neutralized, including seven militants in December 2017. In addition to operations, he emphasized civic outreach—organizing youth engagement, employment drives, and awareness programs to counter extremist recruitment.[6]
Commissioner of Police, Solapur
In 2019, Shinde became CP Solapur. He cracked down on organized crime and land mafia and was commended for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.[7]
Before taking over as Commissioner of Police, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Shinde briefly served as Special Inspector General of Police, Prisons (South Region), overseeing correctional services in Maharashtra.
Commissioner of Police, Pimpri-Chinchwad
In April 2022, Shinde was appointed CP Pimpri-Chinchwad.[8][9] He launched the “Disha” initiative to curb juvenile delinquency, forming community committees and providing vocational training.[10]
Commissioner of Police, Nashik
In December 2022, Shinde became CP Nashik.[11] He cracked down on extortion rackets, improved traffic management, and enhanced citizen-police engagement.[12]
Special IG, VIP & Coastal Security
In November 2023, Shinde became Special IG for VIP and Coastal Security, handling intelligence and protection for dignitaries across Maharashtra.[13]
TEDx Speaker
In 2020, Shinde was a featured speaker at TEDxGateway Salon on public service and police innovation.[14]
Awards
- President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service[15]
- Internal Security Medal
- Special Service Medal (Hard Duty Medal)
- Arun Bongirwar Public Service Excellence Award[16]
Categories
References
- ↑ "Ankush Shinde chosen for police medal for meritorious service". Nagpur Today. 14 August 2017. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "New SP takes charge of Nashik". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "CID to probe Nashik's Umrale firing incident". The Indian Express. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Maharashtra: In biggest ever operation, police in Gadchiroli gun down 16 Maoists". The Indian Express. 23 April 2018. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Maharashtra: 14 Maoists gunned down in Vidarbha". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Purpose of demolition of democracy will not succeed: DIG Ankush Shinde". Lokmat (in मराठी). Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Solapur Police Commissioner Ankush Shinde's COVID-19 effort". TV9 Marathi (in मराठी). Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Ankush Shinde is new top cop of Pimpri-Chinchwad". Times of India. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Ankush Shinde becomes CP of Pimpri Chinchwad". Esakal (in मराठी). Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Focussed on curbing juvenile crimes, says outgoing Pimpri-Chinchwad CP". Indian Express. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "CP dismisses constable for unsuitable behaviour". Times of India. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Police start WhatsApp number for citizens". Times of India. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "IPS Ankush Shinde Made Special IG, Intelligence". Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "TEDxGateway Salon". Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Ankush Shinde chosen for police medal for meritorious service". Nagpur Today. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ↑ "Ankush Shinde receives Bongirwar Award". Loksatta (in मराठी). Retrieved 3 May 2025.
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