Sulkhan Singh Age, Wiki and Bio

Sulkhan Singh

Quick Info

ProfessionIPS Officer, Politician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth08/09/1957
Age67 years
BirthplaceBanda, Uttar Pradesh

Bio/Wiki

DescriptionSulkhan Singh is a prominent IPS officer and politician known for his service in the Indian Police Service as well as his political endeavors to further the cause of Bundelkhand.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees
  • BTech in Civil Engineering from IIT Roorkee
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Structural Engineering from IIT Delhi
  • LLB from University of Lucknow

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
HometownBanda, Uttar Pradesh
Zodiac SignVirgo

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherLakhan Singh
MotherKalawati Devi
ChildrenDaughter - Priyanka (Higher Judicial Service Officer)

Career

OverviewSulkhan Singh has had an illustrious career in the Indian Police Service, serving in various critical roles and earning multiple commendations throughout his tenure.
Political Career
  • Joined Bundelkhand Mukti Morcha in 2024.
  • Served as Director General of Uttar Pradesh Police from 22 April 2017 to 31 December 2017.
  • Led significant reforms and initiatives within the Uttar Pradesh Police.
Civil Service
Batch1980
Service Years1980 - 31 December 2017
Major Designations
  • Director General (DG) of Uttar Pradesh Police
  • Director General of Uttar Pradesh Police Training Directorate
  • Additional Director General at Police Headquarters in Allahabad
  • Inspector General (IG) of Lucknow Zone
  • District Senior Superintendent of Police/Superintendent of Police (SSP/SP) in various districts
Awards
  • Police Medal for meritorious service (15 August 1998)
  • President's Police Medal for distinguished service (15 August 2006)
  • 50th Independence Anniversary Medal (15 August 1997)
  • Union Home Minister’s Medals for excellence in Police Training (8 September 2017)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Sulkhan Singh comes from a farming family in Banda village.
Originally selected for the Indian Railway Service of Engineers before joining the IPS.
Instrumental in addressing police recruitment scams during the Mulayam government.
Involved in numerous social initiatives focusing on mental health and environmental awareness.
Led a campaign for a pollution-free Diwali in Lucknow.