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Kiran Bedi is a retired IPS officer, social activist, former tennis player, and a politician. She is the first women IPS Officer of India . Bedi served the nation for 35 years before taking voluntary retirement in 2007 from the post of ‘Director General’ of the “Bureau of Police Research and Development.”

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Kiran Bedi was born as Kiran Peshawaria on 9 June 1949 (age 74 years; as 2023) in Amritsar. Her zodiac sign is Gemini. Her family had their origin in Peshawar from where her great-great-grandfather migrated to Amritsar. As a child, Kiran was brought up in Hindu and Sikh traditions. Kiran did her schooling from Amritsar’s Sacred Heart Convent School. She got inspired by her father, who was a tennis player and started playing tennis at the age of 9. While she was in school, she joined the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and actively took part in co-curricular activities.

Kiran Bedi in her young age

She attended Government College for Women to pursue her BA Hons. in English. Later, she enrolled herself in the Panjab University to pursue an M. A. in Political Science. After completing her master’s degree, Bedi worked as a lecturer at the Khalsa College for Women in Amritsar for 2 years. In 1988, she enrolled herself in the Delhi University to complete a degree in Law. Bedi also attained a  PhD in Social Sciences from IIT, Delhi.

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.):  5’ 3”

Weight (approx.):  55 kg

Hair Colour:  Black

Eye Colour:  Black

Family, Caste & Husband

Kiran Bedi belongs to a Hindu Khatri Family.  [1] Glossary of the Tribes and Castes of Punjab and North West Frontier Province By Sir Denzil Ibbetson, Maclagan Her father, Prakash Lal Peshawaria, was a Textile Businessman. Her mother’s name is Prem Lata. Kiran has 3 sisters, Shashi, Reeta Peshawariya, a tennis player and a writer, and Anu, a tennis player.

Kiran Bedi with her parents

Kiran Bedi with her sisters

Kiran got married to Brij Bedi, a tennis player on 9 March 1972. The couple has a daughter, Sukriti (Saina). Kiran’s husband, Brij Bedi, died of a cardiac arrest in 2016.

Kiran Bedi with her husband, Brij Bedi

Kiran Bedi with her daughter, Sukriti

Tennis Career

Kiran started her career as a tennis player in 1964 by participating in the national junior lawn tennis championship at Gymkhana in Delhi. Subsequently, she won several tennis championships including, “Junior National Lawn Tennis Championship” (1966), “All-India Intervarsity Tennis Title” (1968), “Northern India Lawn Tennis Championship” (1970, and “National Women’s Lawn Tennis Championship” (1976). She was also a part of the Indian Team which won the “Lionel Fonseka Memorial Trophy” against Sri Lanka in 1973.

Kiran Bedi playing Tennis

Civil Services Career

Kiran was inducted into the Indian Police Service in 1972. She started her police training at Mussoorie’s National Academy of Administration. After the foundation course, she further went for the 9 months training at Mount Abu in Rajasthan. She was the only women in the batch of 80 men and was allocated to the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram-Union Territories) cadre.

Kiran Bedi leading The Delhi Police Contingent

Her first posting was to the Chanakyapuri subdivision of Delhi where she became the first women to lead the all-male contingent of the Delhi Police at the Republic Day Parade in 1975.

Kiran Bedi leading the Republic Day Parade in 1975

In 1978 there were clashes between the Akali Sikhs and Nirankaris. On 15th November 1978, when a group of Nirankari’s collided with the Akali Sikhs near India Gate in Delhi, Bedi deployed a platoon to stop the protestors and prevent violence. She was honoured with the Police Medal for Gallantry by the Indian President in October 1980.

Kiran Bedi being honoured with the Police Medal for Gallantry

In 1979, Kiran was posted to West District of Delhi and there were not enough officers to control the high volumes of crime. Bedi helped reduce the crime in the district by recruiting civilian volunteers in nearby villages, running night patrolling by the civilians and armed policemen, installing the complaint boxes in all the wards, and implementing an open door policy to allow citizens to reach her directly for any complaint. In October 1981, when Kiran was made the DCP (Traffic) of Delhi, she skillfully handled the traffic crises which was caused by the 1982 Asian Games. She coordinated with the Delhi Electric Supply Undertaking, Municipal Corporation, and Development Authority of Delhi to ensure the smooth flow of traffic. Bedi also introduced policies like replacing challans with spot fines for erratic motorists and towing of the improperly parked vehicles. Bedi arranged a fund for traffic guidance materials and educational material worth ₹3,500,000 with the help of sponsors. She introduced four wheelers for the first time to the inspectors working in the traffic unit of the Delhi Police. Kiran acquired the name ‘Crane Bedi’ during her tenure for her unbiased implementation of traffic laws and towing away the then Prime Minister, Indra Gandhi’s, ambassador car for a parking violation.

Kiran Bedi impounded the PMO car

In 1983, she was transferred to Goa for a term of 3 years. It is believed that some senior officers including Indira Gandhi’s aides R. K. Dhawan and Yashpal Kapoor were behind her transfer. In 1986, while she was serving as the DCP of the North District of Delhi, she initiated many detox centres to overcome the drug menace. Before she was transferred to a new post, Bedi, along with a few police officers institutionalized the detox centres as “Navjyoti Police Foundation for Correction, De-addiction and Rehabilitation” and became the General Secretary of the foundation.

Kiran Bedi’s Navjyoti Police Foundation

In 1980, she attracted the ire of the lawyers when she ordered to strike lathi-charge at lawyers and further handcuffed a lawyer, Rajesh Agnihotri, which further enraged the lawyers. Following which the lawyers organised a strike and as a result, the Delhi High Court constituted the Wadhwa Commission to investigate the matter. Kiran was transferred to Mizoram as the Deputy Inspector General (Range) after the Wadhwa Commission censured her.

Kiran Bedi in Mizoram

In 1993, While Bedi was appointed as the Inspector General (IG) to the Delhi Prisons, she introduced various reforms to the Tihar Jail including Vipassana and Yoga sessions in the prison, and vocational training for prisoners. She has been awarded “Ramon Magsaysay Award” and the “Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship” for bringing these improvements.

Kiran Bedi practising Yoga with the inmates of Tihar Jail

Political Career

Kiran entered the politics in 2015 after joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Kiran Bedi with Narendra Modi

After joining the party, she was projected as BJP’s Chief Minister candidate for the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections. She, however, lost the election to the AAP candidate, SK Bagga, by a margin of 2277 votes from the Krishna Nagar constituency. On 22 May 2016, Bedi was appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry.

Kiran Bedi as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry

Major Designations Held

• Sub-Divisional Police Officer at the Chanakyapuri Police Station in New Delhi (1975)
• DCP Delhi’s West District (1979)
• DCP (Traffic) Delhi (1981)
• SP (Traffic) Goa (1983)
• Deputy Commandant- Railway Protection Force in New Delhi (1984)
• Deputy Director of the Department of Industrial Development (1984)
• DCP of Delhi’s North District (1986)
• Deputy Director (Operations) in the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Delhi (1988)
• Deputy Inspector General (Range), Mizoram (1990)
• Inspector General (IG) of the Delhi Prisons (1993)
• Additional Commissioner (policy and planning) at the Police Academy, Delhi (1995)
• Joint Commissioner of Police of Delhi Police (1996)
• Special Commissioner (Intelligence) of the Delhi Police (1997)
• Inspector-General of Police in Chandigarh (1999)
• Appointed the United Nations Civilian Police Adviser (2003)
• Director General, Home Guards (2005)
• Director General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (2007)

Controversies

• In 1983, while Kiran was serving as the SP of Goa, she attracted controversy by informally inaugurating the Zauri Bridge for the public. This informal inauguration irked many politicians.
•  Kiran also fell into the controversy when she went on leave to look after her ailing daughter, Sukriti. Although she applied for a leave which was recommended by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) but the leave was not officially sanctioned by the government of Goa. Pratapsingh Rane, the Chief Minister of Goa also declared her absconding and absent without leave.
• Bedi was condemned for ordering a lathi charge on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) assembly at the Red Fort.
• In 1988, Kiran had a clash with the lawyers of Delhi as she produced a person named Rajesh Agnihotri handcuffed in the court. The person was later recognised as a lawyer practising at the Tis Hazari Court. Kiran then had to face the wrath of the lawyers as a lawyer couldn’t be handcuffed even if he was involved in a serious crime.
• In 1992, Kiran again attracted controversy when her daughter, Sukriti, applied for a seat in the Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi, under a quota for Mizoram residents. The students of Mizoram then started a protest against the allocation on the pretext that she was a non-Mizo. Later, Bedi had to leave Mizoram for this reason.
• While Bedi was working as the Inspector General (IG) of Tihar Jail, her superiors accused her of diminishing prison’s security for her personal glory.
• In 1993, The Supreme Court of India warned her for ignoring its directives for giving medical attention to an under-trial prisoner.
• In 1994, Kiran faced the envy from the Delhi Government when Bedi was invited to the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C by the US President, Bill Clinton. Delhi Government refused her to accept the invitation. In 1995, she was again invited by Bill Clinton and the Delhi Government again refused her to accept the invitation. It was then, that she published a newsletter in the New York Times; criticising some of her superiors for inculcating jealousy for her meteoric rise in the governance.
• Kiran was condemned for providing a typewriter to the notorious criminal, Charles Sobhraj, who was imprisoned at the Tihar Jail. As per the jail’s manual, a typewriter is included in the list of the prohibited items.
• On 26 November 2011, a case was registered against her in the crime branch of the Delhi Police for improper use of funds meant for the NGOs. The case was registered based on the complaint filed by a Delhi-based lawyer, Devinder Singh Chauhan.

Awards/Honours

• NCC Cadet Officer Award (1968)
• President’s Police Medal for Gallantry for her role in preventing violence during Akali-Nirankari clashes (1979)

Kiran Bedi receiving the Ramon Magsaysay Award

• Lion of the Year by Lions Club (1995)
• United Nations Medal for outstanding service (2004)
• Mother Teresa Memorial National Award for Social Justice by All India Christian Council for reforms in prison and penal systems (2005)
• Most Admired Woman in the Country by The Week Magazine (2006)
• L’Oreal Paris Femina Women Award for social impact (2014)

Kiran Bedi’s signature

Assets/Properties

Bedi owns movable assets worth ₹2.5 Crore (approx.) which include a bank balance of ₹2.5 Crore approximately and a pair of earrings weighing 5 gm; worth ₹27 thousand. Her immovable assets include a 4.76 acre agricultural land worth more than ₹1 Crore in Village Mirawadi, Taluka Daund Distt. Pune, Maharashtra, 2-acre agricultural land worth more than ₹50 lakh at Village Siwana, Sub Distt. Bhondsi, Gurgaon, Haryana, one 5113 sq.ft industrial plot worth more than ₹30 lakh at Industrial Development Colony, Amritsar, 1938 sq.ft residential flat worth more than ₹4 Crore (First Floor, 56, Uday Park, New Delhi), 1414 sq.ft residential flat worth more than ₹1 Crore (Flat No.301, Janki Co-op Group Housing Society, Plot No.7, Sector-22, Dwarka, New Delhi), and a 3229 sq.ft residential flat worth more than ₹1 Crore (F-07, Plot No.01, P-7, Builders Area Greater Noida Dist. Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Salary/Net Worth

Her net worth is estimated to be ₹11 Crore (as in 2014). She earns a salary of ₹3.5 lakh (as in 2018) as the Governor of Puducherry.

Favourite Things

• Sport:  Lawn Tennis

Kiran Bedi playing Lawn Tennis

• She follows a non-vegetarian diet.
• Kiran was inspired by the civil servants at the Amritsar’s Service Club to join the Indian Civil Services. She even met her future husband, Raj Bedi, at the service club in Amritsar.
• Tennis is said to be the reason behind Bedi’s short hair. According to her, the long hair didn’t feel comfortable while playing the sport.
• Bedi was offered “Asian Jyoti” for meticulously managing the traffic during the Asian Games, but, she refused to take the award and asked the authorities to present the award to the entire traffic police unit.
• While Kiran was working as the SP of the traffic department of Goa, her 7-year-old daughter, who had been suffering from the Nephritic Syndrome since the age of three, was seriously ill. At that time, Kiran took the privilege leave for the first time in her decade-long career to look after her daughter who was undergoing treatment at the AIIMS in Delhi.
• While Bedi was placed as the Deputy Inspector General in Mizoram, she completed a major part of her PhD. She even started penning-down her autobiography.
• Her Vision Foundation, which was established with the purpose of Police and Prison reforms in 1994 has been awarded the “Serge Soitiroff Memorial Award” by the United Nations.

Kiran Bedi with Arvind Kejriwal and Anna Hazare

• Kiran is counted among the police officers who have taken a very few leaves during their tenure.
• She owns a Maruti 800 Model 1985 with the Regn. No. DBB239.
• Bedi resides at 56, First Floor, Uday Park, New Delhi.

Kiran Bedi hosting a Television Show

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Half a century of advancing women’s role in police: meet kiran bedi, the first indian and the first woman to head the un police division.

In 1972, Kiran Bedi was the first woman in India to join the officer ranks of the Indian Police Service (IPS) — a first of many firsts in her career. From running non-profit organisations (NGOs) to heading police units, and crushing opponents on the tennis court, Kiran Bedi aces it all. Shortly after joining the IPS, Bedi won the President’s Police Medal in 1979. The reforms she introduced in the prison sector as Inspector General in Delhi won her the Ramson Magsaysay award in 1994.

Inspiring generations of women, Kiran Bedi became the first Indian and first woman appointed as the United Nations Police Adviser and head of the Police Division in 2003.

UN Peacekeeping and UN Police interviewed Ms. Bedi during Women’s History Month (March) to find out more about what drives her and her message for young women today.

“At that time, I didn’t know that I was going to be the first woman in India to join the police officer ranks of the Indian Police Service. I didn’t join to be the first. I became the first, it happened to be like that,” she said. It took Bedi’s impeccable self-discipline and resilience to succeed.

As a young woman living in a changing India in the 50’s and 60’s, Bedi wanted to fight injustice and empower others. Policing was one way of ensuring that the law applies to all, making an example of Indira Gandhi, then Prime Minister of India, to whom she famously issued a parking ticket.

“I would tell women [wanting to join] law enforcement to be prepared for what they want. Educate, train, and play competitive sports as in school. Plan and choose a career, and keep upskilling.”

“Women are specially gifted. (..) They forge teamwork wherever they go, they add compassion in workplaces. (…) Remain courageous and remain fearless.”

Bedi was a trailblazer, but UNPOL is determined to ensure that she doesn’t remain an exception.

“Today you can’t do any policing without women. I think the credit for this goes to the United Nations exclusively. All (the) conventions have secured the position of a woman, highlighted her role,” she said, attributing her own appointment to the landmark UN Security Council resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (WPS).

It is the first resolution that recognized women’s leadership to achieve international peace and security and their contributions to conflict prevention, peacekeeping, conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The implementation of women, peace and security priorities is a key political commitment in the Secretary-General’s Action for Peacekeeping (A4P) initiative , which also called for an expansion of the role and contribution of women in peacekeeping operations. Promoting the participation of women, both in peacekeeping and within the societies in which we serve, is at the centre of UN efforts.

On that front, UNPOL, is a trailblazer as well. Its uniformed gender parity strategy (2018–2028) is making headway: UN Police has already achieved the gender parity objectives slated for 2025, with women making up 30% of uniformed police personnel. While Bedi was a pioneer, many women have now reached top positions within UNPOL as police commissioners and senior police advisers. As mentioned by United Nations Police Adviser and Director of the Police Division, Police Commissioner Luís Carrilho , during a Facebook live event that marked International Women’s Day: “(We) are firmly committed to advancing gender equality. I am proud to say that six out of the nine heads of police components are currently senior women police officers.”

In addition to dedication and perseverance, Kiran Bedi also acknowledges the role played by her family in her success. Growing up in a supportive environment, she had the full backing of her family to pursue the career of her choice. Today, she wants to channel the same energy into supporting future generations.

“I will do whatever it takes to inspire the youth to be responsible citizens and leaders in nation-building,” she says.

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Kiran Bedi Age, Husband, Children, Family, Biography & More

Some lesser known facts about kiran bedi.

• Does Kiran Bedi smoke?: No
• Does Kiran Bedi drink alcohol?: No
• Her great-great-grandfather had migrated from Peshawar to Amritsar.
• She was brought up in both Hindu and Sikh traditions.
• Her father was an active Lawn Tennis player. Later, Kiran Bedi got inspired by her father and started playing Tennis at the age of 9.
• Kiran Bedi went on to play professional Tennis at the National level and also represented India in Sri Lanka; where the Indian team won the Lionel Fonseka Memorial Trophy in 1973.

Kiran Bedi Playing Lawn Tennis

• While in school, she joined the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and actively participated in extra-curricular activities.
• After completing her master’s degree in political science from Panjab University, Chandigarh, she worked as a lecturer at Khalsa College for Women in Amritsar from 1970 to 1972.
• She was inspired to join the Indian civil services by the civil servants at the Service Club in Amritsar. There, she also met her future husband Raj Bedi.

• In the popular media, Kiran Bedi is slated to be the first woman IPS officer.

Kiran Bedi Leading The Republic Day Parade 1975

Kiran Bedi Being Honoured

• In 1979, she creditably reduced the crime in the West District of Delhi by recruiting civilian volunteers in each nearby village, night patrolling by civilians and armed policemen, installing complaint boxes in each ward, and by implementing an open door policy that helped citizens to interact with her directly for any complaint.

Kiran Bedi Impounding The Car Of The Prime Minister Office

• She collected the traffic guidance materials worth ₹3,500,000 with the help of sponsors and provided four-wheelers (first time) to the inspectors working in the traffic unit in Delhi. During this time, she also acquired the name ‘Crane Bedi’ due to her unbiased implementation of traffic laws and lauding the Sub-Inspector Nirmal Singh who towed-away the Ambassador car of the Prime Minister Office (PMO), which was not properly parked.
• After the Asian Games, when ‘Asian Jyoti’ was offered to her for meticulously managing the traffic during the games, she refused to take the award and asked the authorities to dedicate the award to the entire police unit (Traffic).
• In 1983, Kiran Bedi was transferred to Goa for three years; according to sources, some senior officers including Indira Gandhi’s aides R. K. Dhawan and Yashpal Kapoor played a role in her transfer.
• While in Goa, Bedi’s then 7-year-old daughter was seriously ill; who had been suffering from the Nephritic Syndrome since the age of three, Bedi took privilege leave for the first time in her decade-long career to look after her daughter who was undergoing treatment at the AIIMS in Delhi.

Kiran Bedi Navjyoti Police Foundation

Kiran Bedi In Mizoram

• While in Mizoram, Bedi finished a major part of her PhD and also started penning-down her autobiography.

Kiran Bedi Doing Yoga Along With Tihar Inmates

• United Nations has given the “Serge Soitiroff Memorial Award” to her Vision Foundation, which was established with the purpose of Police and Prison reforms in 1994.

Kiran Bedi With Anna Hazare And Arvind Kejriwal

• She is counted among those police officers who have taken a very few leaves/holidays during their tenure.

Kiran Bedi With Narendra Modi

Kiran Bedi Hosting A Television Show

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Kiran Bedi, synonymous with courage, commitment, and steadfast determination, stands as a trailblazer in India’s law enforcement and social reform. Born on June 9, 1949, in Amritsar, Punjab, Kiran Bedi’s journey is a testament to her unrelenting pursuit of justice and her unwavering dedication to societal betterment.

Early Life and Educational Pursuits

Kiran Bedi’s formative years were marked by academic excellence and a fervour for sports. She completed her early education in Amritsar, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the Government College for Women. Her intellectual curiosity led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Political Science from Panjab University in Chandigarh, where she not only excelled academically but also showcased her leadership as the university’s tennis champion.

Entry into the Indian Police Service (IPS)

In 1972, Kiran Bedi shattered gender norms by becoming the first woman to join the Indian Police Service (IPS). Her induction into this male-dominated profession was a testament to her tenacity and resilience.

Assigned as the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) in New Delhi, she implemented innovative traffic management and road safety measures. Her assertive approach, including towing away improperly parked vehicles, earned her the moniker “Crane Bedi.” These measures not only enhanced traffic flow but also solidified her reputation as a tough and no-nonsense police officer.

Notable Achievements in the IPS

Kiran Bedi’s IPS career was marked by remarkable achievements and initiatives:

• Reformation of Tihar Jail : In 1993, appointed as the Inspector General of Prisons in Tihar Jail, one of India’s most notorious prisons, Bedi spearheaded significant reforms. Her tenure witnessed the introduction of educational and vocational programs for inmates, drug rehabilitation initiatives, and meditation and yoga classes. Under her leadership, the focus shifted towards the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates into society.
• Community Policing : Bedi championed community policing, encouraging police officers to engage with the public, and fostering trust and cooperation between the police force and the community.
• Anti-Dowry Campaign : Launching a pioneering campaign against the practice of dowry, she played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the issue through rallies and public outreach.

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• Environmental Initiatives : Known for her commitment to environmental causes, Bedi initiated tree plantation drives and environmental awareness campaigns during her tenure as a police officer.
• Participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Missions : Beyond India, Bedi made significant contributions on the international stage, serving as a police advisor to United Nations peacekeeping missions in Kosovo and Haiti.

Awards and Honors

Kiran Bedi’s contributions to law enforcement and social reform have garnered numerous awards and recognitions, including the Ramon Magsaysay Award (1994), United Nations Medal (2004), Mother Teresa Memorial National Award for Social Justice (2005), and Pride of India Award (2005).

Post-Retirement and Social Activism

Retiring from the IPS in 2007, Kiran Bedi continued her social activism, assuming diverse roles:

• Political Career : In 2015, she entered politics, becoming the first woman to hold the position of Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. Her tenure focused on initiatives to enhance governance and civic life in the Union Territory.
• Education : A staunch advocate of education, Bedi founded the India Vision Foundation, an NGO dedicated to educational initiatives, vocational training, and rehabilitation programs for prison inmates and their families.
• Social Reforms : Addressing various social issues, including women’s empowerment, drug rehabilitation, and anti-corruption campaigns, Bedi remains actively involved in driving positive societal change.

Inspirational Legacy

Kiran Bedi’s journey, from breaking gender barriers in the IPS to her tireless efforts in prison reform and community policing, continues to inspire. Her dedication to serving society and unwavering commitment to justice serve as a beacon for generations. Bedi’s legacy underscores the transformative power of one individual’s determination and courage in bringing about positive change. She remains a symbol of hope for those striving to build a more just and equitable society.

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Kiran Bedi (India)

The dark labyrinths of India’s prison system would never have been exposed to sunlight had Kiran Bedi not exercised her humaneness and her unique approach to rehabilitation.

Kiran Bedi (born 1949) is India’s best-known woman police officer. In a ferociously male bastion, Kiran, with her firm footing, has been using the police service as a medium for social change. She sees prisons and jails as an opportunity to bring criminals back to society’s fold, reversing the dehumanization for which prisons are known. She began meditation classes and education and vocational training programs for prison inmates and put in place an unprecedented democratic panchayat system in prisons.

Kiran Bedi, one of India’s best-known female cops, is exemplary for using the much-demonized police service as a vehicle for social change. This was not an easy thing to do. Over the years, Kiran has built a rock-solid reputation for being entirely intolerant of dishonesty and favoritism. While supporting and protecting junior officers from the claw of politics, she ensures their accountability both to herself and to the public. Her approach to people who commit crimes is constructive rather than punitive. Her open-door policy and belief in transparency have helped change the dynamics of official accountability in India. Kiran envisions prisons as an opportunity to bring criminals back into the societal fold. When she took over as inspector of general prisons in New Delhi in 1993, she began literacy and education programs for prison inmates; she set up a system whereby prisoners could receive vocational training and work to earn wages; she also set up a panchayat system, where inmates could meet every evening with senior officials to sort out their problems. What won her national and international acclaim were the Yogic Vipassana meditation classes for prisoners. But her incorruptible inflexibility took its toll – she was not allowed to last long in any assignment. This vested victimization she took in stride, continuing to live by her own stringent standards. Kiran and her work have become a benchmark in the nascent imprisonment-and-rehabilitation process in the country. Hers is the voice of the incarcerated and the forgotten in India’s gargantuan and Byzantine prison system.

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Kiran Bedi has been India’s first and highest woman ranking officer having joined the Indian Police Service in 1972. Her expertise includes more than 35 years of creative and reformative policing and prison management. 

She worked with the United Nations in New York as the Police Advisor to the Secretary General and in the Department of Peace Keeping Operations. She represented India in international forums on crime prevention, drug abuse, police, prison reform and women’s issues. She has addressed audiences at the American, British, European, Indian universities, corporate and civil society groups.

Ms. Bedi is the founder of two NGOs, Navjyoti and India Vision Foundation, which reach out to thousands of under -served children, women and men in the areas of education, vocational skills, environment, counseling, and health care to the urban and rural poor, including prisoners and policemen’s children. Currently her NGOs are running community colleges, registered with Indira Gandhi National Open University, to provide vocational and soft skills to Indian youth.

She has been in the vanguard of a nationwide India Against Corruption Movement and Police and Prison Reforms. Ms. Bedi is a recipient of the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award (also called the Asian Peace Nobel Prize), and several other national and international decorations. 

Ms. Bedi is the author of several books, namely It's Always Possible, What Went Wrong, As I See, Broom and Groom and Uprising 2011, in addition to her biography, I Dare. She anchors radio and television shows as well as she is a columnist with leading newspapers and magazines. 

She holds Masters and Doctorate degrees in Law. She is also a Nehru Fellow (post-doctoral) and has been a National and an Asian tennis champion.  

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Kiran Bedi: The Making of a Tough Cop

Transforming police force & reforming tihar jail, woman as leaders, who is this video about.

Kiran Bedi is India�s first and highest ranking woman officer. Having completed her Masters Degree in Political Science from Punjab University, she began her career as a lecturer at Khalsa College for Women in Amritsar and joined Indian Police Service in 1972. She also obtained a degree in Law (LLB) from Delhi University in 1988 and was awarded a Ph. D degree for her research in �Drug Abuse and Domestic Violence� from Social Sciences Department of IIT, New Delhi. Kiran Bedi excelled even at sports, particularly tennis and won the championship of all-India and all-Asian tennis competition.

With more than 35 years of experience in tough, innovative and welfare policing, Kiran Bedi had efficiently served an array of challenging assignments like Traffic Commissioner of New Delhi, Deputy Inspector General of Police in Mizoram and Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Chandigarh. She was also called as �Crane Bedi� because she ordered to tow away the then Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi�s car as it had violated the parking rules. She had also been a part of peace keeping operations where she worked with United Nations as the Police Advisor to the Secretary General.

Kiran�s innovative steps in policing and her reform activities brought her recognition both in India and abroad. She introduced many reforms in the prison management when she was serving as the Inspector General of Prisons, Tihar Jail during the year 1993-1995. She brought in measures like spiritual programs in the form of yoga, meditation, prisoner�s grievance redressal and literacy programs.

Her disappointment over denial in giving her the post of Delhi Police Commissioner made her opt for voluntary retirement in November 2007 and decided to take up fresh challenges outside the system.

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In this rare and comprehensive interview, Kiran Bedi talks on:

• Her childhood, family support/influence, her interest in tennis, the vision and the ambition of becoming an IPS.
• Her achievements and challenges / Highs-Lows, that she faced as an IPS officer - Her achievements - The challenges during the Tihar Jail reforms and her endurance in dealing with them - The Peace Mission operation with the United Nations Organization (UNO) - Her senior officials and mentors who have always been a source of inspiration for her - Also about the reason for her early retirement.
• Her plans as a bar council member and speaks about women as leaders, the challenges they face in holding high positions in a male dominated society and systems.

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Title : an interview with kiran bedi, india?s first woman ips officer, former dg, delhi police, released date: 18 th may,2009., interviewed by dr. nagendra v chowdary( dean, ibscdc, hyderabad), prof. hilda amalraj( associate dean, ibs hyderabad ), mr. siddharth shankar., price : $ currency_show_conversion(1000.00,"inr","usd"); (1000 inr), duration : 1 hr.

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•  Aged: Around 65 years, robust physique. Pleasing and dynamic personality
• Family: Second of four daughters, born into an extraordinary family with visionary parents
•   Education: Bachelors Degree in English from Amritsar (1968). Masters in Political Science. LLB from Delhi University and a PhD degree from IIT Delhi (1993)
• Hobbies: Great tennis player, noted author, social worker
• Profession: The first woman officer in the elite Indian Police Service (1972),: The Inspector General of Asia’s biggest Jail — the Tihar Jail in 1993. Introduced many classes and programmes for the inmates including those on basic education, meditation, yoga besides functions like Kavi Sammelans, dramas and games
•   Why distinct from Has won President’s Gallantry Award (1979), Asia Region Award for others
• Recognition: Drug Prevention and Control (1991), Ramon Magsaysay Award (1994), Bharat Gaurav Award (1999) and many other prestigious awards. The first Indian to be appointed to the prestigious post of United Nations Civilian Police Adviser. Set up India Vision Foundation to work in the field of Prison reforms crime prevention, rural development sports promotion, etc

Ans. Dr Kiran Bedi is a powerful cop, with robust physique, pleasing and dynamic personality. Born into an extraordinary family with visionary parents 65-year-old Kiran Bedi is the second of four daughters. She has got a Masters in Political Science, LLB from Delhi University and a PhD degree from IIT Delhi. She was also a great tennis player. She is also a noted author. Kiran Bedi became the first woman officer in the elite Indian Police Service and the most memorable moment of her career came when she served as the Inspector General of Asia’s biggest-Jail -the Tihar Jail in 1993. She introduced many classes and programmes for the inmates of the Jail on the basis of education, meditation, Yoga, dramas and games. Kiran Bedi has won many awards – the Presidents Gallantry Award (1979). Asia Region Award for Drug Prevention and Control (1991), Ramon Magsaysay Award (1994), Bharat Gaurav Award (1999) and she was the first Indian to be appointed to the prestigious post of United Nations Civilian Police Advisor. Kiran Bedi has also been very active in community service and she set up India Vision Foundation.

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Biography Kiran Bedi – 100 Words

Kiran Bedi’s life is an inspiring story of determination, courage, and success. She has achieved a great deal of name and fame in her life. She had to face numerous obstacles in her life. She serves as an excellent example for everyone who really want to achieve something great in their lives. Her works as a police officer, social activist, author and politician are just a few examples of her achievements. Her social works have earned her respect from people all over the world. She is truly an exemplary figure whose life story will continue to inspire generations to come.

Biography Kiran Bedi – 150 Words

Kiran Bedi is a name that echoes through the corridors of Indian history. She is one of the most iconic female police officers in the country. She was born on June 9, 1949, in Amritsar, Punjab. Kiran Bedi had always been an exceptional student who excelled academically and athletically. Her parents instilled within her a sense of duty to serve society at large. Inspired by her father’s service in India’s civil services sector, she entered the field herself after completing her education and became an officer with India’s Police Service. Bedi rose quickly up through the ranks due to her unrelenting dedication and unwavering commitment to justice. She is known for being fearless even in the toughest situations. She handled some of the most challenging cases. This happened during a time when women were not viewed as equal partners in law enforcement or elsewhere. Despite this, she was not afraid. Throughout her career span of four decades, Kiran Bedi has held numerous positions such as Inspector General (IG) Prison Delhi; Director General (DG) Narcotics Control Bureau; DG Home Guards & Civil Defense; DG Bureau of Police Research & Development among others which helped shape not only her career but also changed how policing is perceived across India.

Biography of Kiran Bedi- 200 Words

Kiran Bedi is a pioneering figure in the IPS system. She is the first woman to join the Indian Police Service (IPS). She has had an eminent career as a police officer, social activist, author, and politician. Born in Amritsar in 1949, Kiran grew up with strong values of discipline and service instilled by her parents. After earning a degree in English from the Government College for Women in Amritsar, she went on to pursue higher studies at Punjab University. She earned her master’s degree in political science. In 1972, Kiran became India’s first IPS officer after cracking one of the toughest competitive exams held by the Union Public Service Commission. Her distinguished career spanned over three decades during which she was known for her integrity and tough stance against corruption. Some powerful politicians who also tried to interfere with her work but she remained firm all the times and difficult situations. As a social activist, Kiran worked tirelessly for prison reforms and women empowerment through various NGOs that she founded including Navjyoti India Foundation. She is also an accomplished author having written several books on spirituality as well as crime prevention strategies based on her experience as a cop. Overall, Kiran Bedi stands out as an exceptional individual who has dedicated herself to serving society while breaking barriers along the way.

Biography of Kiran Bedi in English– 300 Words

Kiran Bedi is known as the Iron Lady of India. She is a remarkable personality who has set an exemplary standard in the country. Kiran Bedi’s father was a senior government official who instilled a sense of discipline and responsibility within her from an early age. After completing her education, she joined the Indian Police Service (IPS) in 1972 and became the first woman to do so. She has held various prestigious positions including serving as Inspector General of Prisons at Tihar Jail during its most challenging era. Kiran Bedi’s relentless efforts to reform Tihar jail won her accolades and respect across the world. Throughout her life, Kiran Bedi has demonstrated immense courage and determination to bring about positive change in society. She is also a trained tennis player and represented India at several international tournaments during her younger days. Apart from this, she has authored numerous books on spirituality and leadership that have been widely acclaimed globally. Kiran Bedi’s contribution towards social welfare initiatives like women empowerment, drug abuse prevention programs among youth are commendable too. Her unwavering commitment towards making India better through effective governance policies made her win many awards including Ramon Magsaysay award for Government Service in 1994. In conclusion, Kiran Bedi is truly an inspiration for millions of people around the world who aspire to make a difference by being their best. Kiran Bedi will remain a role model for generations to come. She will continue to inspire people to strive for excellence. Her incredible life story is one that will continue to be an example of courage and determination in the face of adversity. She has achieved numerous successes while setting her own rules and following her own path, which speaks volumes about her character. We are proud of all that she has accomplished throughout her lifetime, and we can only hope that more inspirational icons like Kiran Bedi will emerge soon.

Biography Kiran Bedi – 500 + Words

Kiran Bedi, a name that resonates with power, fearlessness, and reform. She is a woman of many firsts – the first Indian woman to join the Indian Police Service (IPS), the first woman to hold the position of Director General of Police in India, and served as Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. Her life has been an inspiring journey from being a young girl in Amritsar to becoming one of India’s most respected civil servants. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Kiran Bedi’s life story and her immense impact on society throughout her career. Join us as we dive into the biography of Kiran Bedi!

Early life of Kiran Bedi

Growing up, Kiran was an active child who excelled both academically and in extracurricular activities. She attended Sacred Heart Convent School where she played basketball at the state level. Later, she went to Government College for Women in Amritsar to study English Literature. After completing her education at the college level with honors degree from Punjab University Chandigarh, Kiran decided to pursue higher studies abroad by obtaining a master’s degree in political science from Punjabi University Patiala followed by a PhD in social sciences from IIT Delhi . Her early life experiences shaped her personality as someone who is goal-oriented and determined to make a difference. This led her towards joining the Indian Police Service (IPS) which marked the beginning of an illustrious career that would inspire many generations of Indians.

Life in the Indian Police Service

Kiran Bedi’s life in the Indian Police Service was nothing short of extraordinary. She joined the force in 1972 as a young woman, becoming one of India’s first female police officers. Her dedication and hard work quickly earned her recognition and respect from her colleagues. Bedi was known for her tough stance on crime and corruption, often putting herself in dangerous situations to uphold justice. She implemented innovative strategies such as community policing and prison reform, which helped to improve the overall effectiveness of law enforcement. One of Bedi’s most notable achievements during her time in the police force was reducing crime rates in Tihar Jail, a notoriously overcrowded facility that had previously been plagued by violence and human rights abuses. Through implementing educational programs and vocational training, she transformed the jail into a model correctional institution. Despite facing opposition and criticism at times throughout her career, Bedi remained steadfast in her commitment to upholding the law and serving society. It is this unwavering dedication that has made Kiran Bedi an inspiration not only to women but also to all those who seek positive change through their actions.

Political career of Kiran Bedi

Kiran Bedi’s political career is as impressive as her achievements in the Indian Police Service. In 2007, she joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and became its Chief Ministerial candidate for Delhi in 2015 assembly elections. During her tenure as a politician, Kiran Bedi actively campaigned for issues such as women’s safety, education reform and corruption eradication. She also championed a number of social causes including HIV/AIDS awareness and drug abuse prevention. Despite not winning the election, Kiran Bedi continued to work closely with the BJP on various initiatives aimed at improving governance in India. Her contributions were recognized when she was appointed Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry in May 2016. Throughout her political career, Kiran Bedi has been an inspiration to many young Indians who aspire to bring about positive change in society through public service.

Bedi’s impact on society

Kiran Bedi’s impact on Indian society is immeasurable. As the first woman to join the Indian Police Service, she broke down barriers and paved the way for future generations of women in law enforcement. Bedi was known for her uncompromising approach to fighting corruption and improving police accountability. She implemented several reforms during her time as a police officer, including introducing community policing initiatives that helped build trust between law enforcement and local communities. Her efforts to promote education and literacy also had a profound impact on society. During her tenure as Inspector General of Prisons in Delhi, she introduced educational programs for inmates that aimed at rehabilitating them into mainstream life upon their release from prison. Additionally, Bedi has been actively involved in social activism throughout her career. From advocating for women’s rights to supporting anti-corruption movements like Anna Hazare’s India Against Corruption campaign, Bedi has always been committed to making India a better place. Kiran Bedi’s contributions have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on Indian society, inspiring countless individuals to strive towards positive change and reform.

Later life and retirement

After serving for 35 years in the Indian Police Service, Kiran Bedi retired from active duty. However, retirement did not mean an end to her passion for public service and social activism. In her later life, she continued to be actively involved in various social causes. She founded two NGOs – Navjyoti India Foundation and India Vision Foundation – which work towards the rehabilitation of drug addicts and prison inmates respectively. Bedi also participated in several anti-corruption movements and was appointed as a member of the committee tasked with drafting the Jan Lokpal Bill aimed at addressing corruption issues in India. In addition to this, she became a sought-after motivational speaker and author. Her books on leadership, women empowerment, spirituality, and other topics have been widely read across India. Kiran Bedi is truly an inspiration for all those who believe that one person can make a significant impact on society.

Bedi’s legacy lives on through the many reforms she implemented during her time in the Indian Police Service and through her work as a politician and activist. She remains an inspiration to countless individuals who strive to make positive changes in their communities. In addition to being remembered for her achievements, Bedi will always be celebrated for embodying qualities such as integrity, courage, and compassion. Her unwavering commitment to public service serves as an example of what can be achieved when one decides to devote themselves fully to making the world a better place. Kiran Bedi may no longer be with us physically, but her impact on society will continue reverberating for generations. As we remember the life of this remarkable woman, let us take inspiration from her dedication towards creating meaningful change in our own lives and communities.

10 lines on kiran bedi Kiran Bedi is a name that needs no introduction. She is one of the most inspiring and influential personalities in India. Kiran Bedi is known for her integrity, courage, and determination to bring about positive change in society.

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1) Kiran Bedi was born on June 9th, 1949 in Amritsar. 2) She was the first woman IPS officer in India. 3) Kiran Bedi has a law degree from Delhi University. 4) In 1978, she started “Navjyoti” – an NGO helping drug addicts and their families. 5) As a police officer, she worked hard to reform Tihar Jail in Delhi. 6) In recognition of her work at Tihar Jail, she received the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Government Service in 1994. 7) In May 2003, Kiran Bedi became the first woman to be appointed as Director General of Police (Home Guard & Civil Defence). 8) In September 2016, she retired from active service after serving for over three decades as an IPS officer. 9) Apart from being a police officer and social activist, Kiran Bedi also served as Governor of Pondicherry from May 2016 to February 2021. 10) Today, even after retiring from active service, Kiran Bedi continues to inspire millions with her words and actions.

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