Bengaluru IPS officer turned hero for migrants during COVID-19 battle

Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, it has been a challenging time for everyone around the world. Even the world's most powerful countries like the United States were badly hit by the coronavirus outbreak, which infected millions and left thousands dead. India, too, is on the receiving end of the wrath from this contagion.

But these testing times also brought the best in some people, who went above and beyond their capabilities and mandate, to bring relief to as many people as possible. One such name is M N Anucheth, who is the deputy commissioner of police, in charge of the Whitefield division, Bengaluru.

If not for this valiant officer's efforts, many people in his area would have suffered. But Anucheth (IPS) walked the extra mile so people won't have to suffer amidst the coronavirus pandemic.

Anucheth (IPS) combating the migrant crisis

Anucheth is an IPS officer who is often seen as someone who quietly and effectively gets the tasks at hand done. At a time when many officers run after limelight, this one preferred to remain in the shadows and work. This article is to let all such officers know that their work doesn't go unnoticed. 

Anucheth, IPS, has been at the forefront of various efforts carried out for the betterment of the public, including making sure the migrants are sent home, distribution of ration, and more. His efforts have been lauded not just by the police force, but also by the public, who have showered him with love and some beautiful gestures like hand-made greeting cards by kids. We received over 30 emails and calls about how this officer with his effective coordination might just have saved one too many lives of the suffering migrants during the lockdown.

"Anucheth sir probably had the highest number of migrants in his division, which he handled in the most professional and humane manner," Isha Pant, DCP, Command Centre, Bengaluru, said in praise of the decorated officer.

M N Anucheth, a Superintendent of Police (SP-rank) IPS officer, is currently posted as DCP, Whitefield, was awarded 'Medal for Excellence in Investigation' by the Union Home Ministry [for officers of the Karnataka Special Investigation Team (SIT)] for their meticulous probe into the murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh. The prolific IPS officer has been at the forefront of resolving many major issues. Solving crimes and putting offenders behind bars is not the only line of duty Anucheth, IPS has been truly dedicated to. He believes in going the extra mile in everything that comes his way. 

MLA of Mahadevapura constituency and general secretary of BJP Karnataka, Aravind Limbavali, has been reached out for a comment. The article will be duly updated with his response.