Dr. A. Amalraj IPS
Commissioner of Police, Greater Chennai
IPS Batch
1996 Batch
Years of Service
30 Years
Official Motto
“Duty, Honor, Community Safety”
30+ Years of Service
Dedicated national service & law enforcement
12+ Major Postings
Command postings in key cities and districts
State-Level Leadership
Supervision of state administrative commands
Public Safety Programs
Innovative community policing initiatives
Biography
Dr. A. Amalraj is a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 1996 batch. Hailing from the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, his administrative philosophy integrates scientific analytical methods, modern human resource practices, and proactive community engagement.
His academic credentials include a BSc and MSc in Physics, followed by an MBA in Human Resource Management, and a PhD from Madurai Kamaraj University. He has spent three decades serving across various district, commissionerate, and state-level divisions in Tamil Nadu, including leadership roles in Coimbatore, Salem, Trichy, and Tambaram.
Birthplace
Kanniyakumari, Tamil Nadu
Education Background
BSc Physics, MSc Physics, MBA HR, PhD from Madurai Kamaraj University
“Public safety is achieved through trust, technology and community participation.”
— Dr. A. Amalraj IPS
Career Timeline
Joined the Indian Police Service (IPS)
District Posting: Served as Superintendent of Police in key districts
Commissionerate Assignment: Led urban policing command units
Special Administrative Role: Supervised state-level administrative tasks
Appointed as the Commissioner of Police, Greater Chennai
Awards & Honors
President's Police Medal
Awarded for Distinguished Service to the Nation.
Chief Minister Commendation Medal
Recognized for exceptional devotion to duty and administrative excellence.
Distinguished Service Award
Honored for outstanding contributions to public safety and law enforcement.
Administrative Excellence Recognition
Commended for successful execution of organizational modernization programs.
Major Police Initiatives
Women's Safety Programs
Established city-wide help desks, emergency patrols, and gender-sensitization initiatives.
Singappen Initiative
Launched special women force teams to patrol crime-prone areas and schools.
Cyber Safety Awareness
Conducted seminars across colleges and schools on online financial scams and cybersecurity best practices.
Traffic Modernization
Installed speed monitoring camera traps and smart signaling systems on key routes.
Community Policing
Fostered community patrol programs and public feedback systems for micro-policing.
Kaaval Karangal Programs
Rescued and rehabilitated senior citizens, homeless individuals, and abandoned children.
Leadership Gallery
Contact Information
Commissioner Office, Vepery, Chennai
Vision Statement
“To establish a technologically advanced, highly responsive, and citizen-friendly police force that ensures safety, protects human rights, and fosters community trust.”