The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), Hyderabad, witnessed a proud moment as the 77th batch of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers successfully completed their rigorous training programme. The prestigious Passing Out Parade (PoP) was held today, marking the culmination of 49 weeks of intensive academic, physical, and field training designed to mould the next generation of India’s police leadership.
Ceremonial Grandeur and Chief Guest
The event was graced by Daljit Singh Chaudhary, former Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF), who served as the Chief Guest. Addressing the young officers, he congratulated them for their dedication and commitment, urging them to uphold the ideals of integrity, courage, and service to the nation. The ceremony was attended by proud family members, faculty, and senior officials from various police and civil services.
Parade Led by IPS Officer Anjit A. Nair
The passing out parade was commanded by IPS officer Anjit A. Nair, who led his batchmates with precision and confidence. The event showcased the culmination of months of disciplined training and camaraderie built during their tenure at the Academy.
Diverse and Distinguished Batch Composition
A total of 190 officer trainees graduated this year, including 174 Indian IPS probationers and 16 foreign trainees from friendly nations, reflecting India’s growing role in global policing cooperation.
Among them, 62 are women officers, accounting for 36.63% of the total batch — the highest female representation in the history of IPS training.
Interestingly, 87 officers (nearly 50%) hold engineering degrees, while others come from varied academic disciplines — 29 from arts, 36 from science, 8 medical graduates (MBBS), and 6 law graduates. This diversity highlights the broad intellectual spectrum and multidisciplinary capabilities of the new generation of IPS officers.
Representation from States
The batch includes officers from across the nation, with four officers from Telangana (including two women) and four from Andhra Pradesh (including one woman). The youngest among them are 21 officers under the age of 25, comprising 7 women and 14 men, symbolising youthful energy and commitment.
A Legacy of Excellence
Since its establishment, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy has trained 6,476 IPS officers, including 380 foreign officers from various countries. The Academy continues to stand as a beacon of excellence, embodying the vision of unity, discipline, and professional ethics in policing.
A New Chapter Begins
As the newly commissioned IPS officers march forward to take up their first field assignments across India and abroad, the 77th batch leaves behind a legacy of diversity, excellence, and modern policing ethos ready to serve and safeguard the nation with pride.
