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Anurag Dhankhar, a highly respected and senior officer of the Indian Police Service (IPS), is no more. As soon as the news of the demise of this brave officer of 1994 batch came out, a deep wave of mourning has run in the police department and administrative corridors. Anurag Dhankhar, who had served in various state and central agencies of the country, was known for his honesty, strict working style and amazing ability to solve complex cases. His fellow officers and subordinates described him as a mentor who would always come forward and shield the team in times of crisis.
Chief investigating officer of Nirav Modi case: When layers of PNB scam were exposed
One of the biggest and historic achievements in the career of IPS Anurag Dhankhar was the investigation of the fugitive diamond trader Nirav Modi case, the main accused in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam worth thousands of crores. He took charge of this high-profile case during his posting in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Despite international pressures and a highly complex money laundering network, Anurag Dhankhar along with his team exposed each layer of the scam. It was only on the basis of the strong chargesheet and digital evidence prepared by him that the Indian government was able to fight the legal battle for Nirav Modi’s extradition so strongly in the British court.
Law and order improved in many states: this was the administrative journey
Anurag Dhankhar, who started his journey as an IPS in 1994, had created a distinct identity for himself from the very early days. He played an unprecedented role in streamlining law and order in challenging districts as Police Captain (SP) and later as Inspector General (IG) and Additional Director General (ADG). He conducted many big and secret operations against drug mafia, organized crime and economic criminals, due to which his fear was clearly visible among the criminals. Given his excellent track record, he was also awarded gallantry and distinguished service medals several times.
Home Ministry and Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow: Last farewell will be given in ancestral village
Chief Ministers of various states including top officials of the Home Ministry have expressed deep grief over the untimely demise of the senior police officer. Tributes are being paid to him by organizing condolence meetings in the police headquarters of his home state and workplace. According to family sources, his mortal remains have been kept for the last darshan, after which he will be cremated with full state honours. The countrymen are also saluting this brave police officer on social media with tears in their eyes, who sacrificed everything in the service of the country.