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Gallantry Medalist Deeksha Sharma Appointed DCP East, Lucknow
2 Apr
Summary
- Deeksha Sharma, an IPS officer, is the new DCP (East) in Lucknow.
- Sharma received a gallantry medal for neutralizing a gangster.
- Amit Kumar Anand, also an IPS officer, took charge in Lucknow.
In significant administrative changes within the Lucknow Police Commissionerate, Deeksha Sharma, an IPS officer from the 2017 batch, has officially assumed her role as Deputy Commissioner of Police (East).
Sharma is distinguished by her commendable record in field policing and investigations. Notably, she was honored with a gallantry medal for her bravery in neutralizing the gangster Billu Dujana during her previous posting in Ghaziabad. Her tenure as Superintendent of Police in Hamirpur saw her lead decisive actions against criminals, including targeting the long-standing gangster Keshav Babu. Furthermore, she demonstrated her investigative prowess by solving several challenging blind murder cases and a significant gangrape case, thereby enhancing conviction rates in the district.
Complementing these appointments, Amit Kumar Anand, an IPS officer of the 2016 batch, has also taken charge in Lucknow. Anand is recognized for his expertise in managing law and order situations and his proficiency in implementing technology-driven policing strategies.
