Famous Indian sports personalities who joined police force

Many famous Indian sportspersons are playing important roles as police officers which they got after their sporting accomplishments. Apart from being in the forefront of pursuing glory for the nation as athletes, they are also playing key roles as police officials. Let’s have a look at some of these stars…

Joginder Sharma

The then utility all-rounder Joginder is the hero of India’s memorable 2007 T20 World Cup victory. He joined the police force of his home state Haryana. The former all-rounder is now a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and is posted in Hisar.

Akhil Kumar

Eminent boxer Akhil is a former Commonwealth Games gold medal winner. He is currently working as a DSP with Haryana police.

Hima Das

Ace Indian sprinter Hima Das joined Assam Molice as Deputy Superintendent in 2021. She was the World Junior 400m champion in 2018.

Ajay Thakur

Ajay was part of the Indian team which emerged triumphant in 2016 Kabaddi World Cup and won a gold medal in 2014 Asian Games. He is now working as a DSP in Himachal Pradesh.

Jitender Kumar

The ace boxer won bronze at the 2006 Commonwealth Games. He is serving as a DSP in Haryana Police.

Geeta Phogat

Ace wrestler Geeta Phogat has been working as a DSP in Haryana police since 2016. She has won numerous medals for India in many international events.

Vijender Singh

Vijender is serving as a DSP in Haryana police. He won bronze medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.