SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE AMIT KUMAR gave up a lucrative career in information technology (IT) and software development in the United States to become a police officer in India. This decision was due to his desire to follow in the footsteps of his father, who served as a reserve police officer. Additionally, SP Kumar believed that the uniformed service allows him to effectively serve India and its communities. As a member of the Uttar Pradesh Police, he has taken on several initiatives and assignments for the betterment of the agency and society, such as leading a team of detectives in the investigation of a notorious Indian gang that specialized in stealing luxurious vehicles. The investigation led to the seizure of 112 vehicles valued at 15 million dollars and several arrests in what is considered the largest successful operation ever conducted in Indian policing history.

SP Kumar leads by example and serves as an inspiration to other officers looking to emulate his leadership qualities. These attributes, coupled with his extensive educational background culminating in a master’s degree in management, led to his selection over other candidates to plan, design, and establish the State Police Cyber-Wing Division. He leveraged his background in IT and software development to develop technology that has opened the way for the police to reach over 230 million people in Utter Pradesh.

Additionally, SP Kumar has a strong passion for mental wellness and officer safety, leading him to author several research papers on importance of mental health and fitness. The research papers have since been published in the Indian police journals and continue to serve as guides to help officers find assistance when needed.

“I feel proud an honored to be in a position to create social impact with far-reaching consequences.”