Neha Agarwal Leads DSP Parade, Wins Four Awards

Hyderabad: Neha Agarwal, who won four awards for her performance during training, led the passing‑out parade of the second batch of probationary deputy superintendents of police (DSPs) at the RBVRR Telangana Police Academy on Monday. DGP C.V. Anand took the salute as 112 successful probationary officers marched with discipline before their families and senior officials. This was the first batch recruited through the Telangana State Public Service Commission.

Academy director Abhilasha Bisht said the moment was beyond words and urged every officer to discharge their duties with integrity and commitment. Neha Agarwal received the Chief Minister’s Revolver for best all‑round performance, the Late Raja Bahadur Venkata Rama Reddy Gold Medal for best all‑rounder, the Late Kona Ramachandra Reddy Memorial Gold Medal for best performance in police sciences, and the Home Minister’s Baton with silver ends for best performance in indoor subjects.

L. Srikanth won the DGP’s Trophy for best performance in outdoor subjects, while T. Jacob Abhishek was adjudged best in firing. D. Chandana received the NICFS Medal for forensic science, Ch. Adi Seshu Reddy won the NICFS Medal for criminology, and R. Sai Kiran Reddy received the Director’s Medal for best performance in investigation.

Addressing the probationers, DGP Anand said, “This batch is special as it is the first selected through the Telangana State Public Service Commission after the formation of the state.” The officers underwent 44 weeks of training in law, investigation, professional skills, field experience, drill, parade and sports. They will now undergo another 46 weeks of practical training at the district level, he said.

Anand urged the officers to remain loyal to the Constitution and serve people honestly, fearlessly and without prejudice. Police personnel must protect lives and property, preserve the dignity of the uniform and lead their teams by example, he said.

He highlighted changing policing challenges, including drugs, cybercrime, organised crime, traffic congestion, road safety and food adulteration. He cited specialised initiatives such as EAGLE for tackling drugs, the Cyber Security Bureau for cybercrime, TG FAST for food adulteration and TG‑TMARS for traffic management and road safety. He urged officers to strengthen their digital skills, understand emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and remain humble despite rising in ranks.

In a lighter but pointed message on fitness, Anand challenged the officers to maintain their physical condition throughout their careers, saying the belt they wore at the passing‑out parade should fit into the same hole even on their retirement day, 30 years later. The remark drew chuckles across the venue.

Total strength

· 112 probationary officers

· 74 men, 38 women

Age distribution

· 15 officers aged 22–25 years

· 61 officers aged 26–30 years

· 27 officers aged 31–35 years

· 9 officers aged 36–42 years

Education

· 1 doctor, 1 dental professional

· 31 postgraduates

· 79 graduates

· 2 trainee officers selected in UPSC, 2026

· Winners — DSP Parade

Best all‑round performer: Neha Agarwal Best outdoor performer: L. Srikanth Best in firing: T. Jacob Abhishek Best in investigation: R. Sai Kiran Reddy