Staff Reporter :

 

 

DECORATED IPS officer, not- ed orator and author of the motivational books “Man Mein Hai Vishwas” and “Kar Har Maidan Fateh”,Vishwas Nangre Patil, who came into the nation- al spotlight for his courageous role during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) of Nagpur City.

 

The Maharashtra Home Department has trans- ferred the 1997-batch IPS offi- cer from his current post as Additional Director General of Police (ADG), Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), replacing Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal, who has been shifted as ADG, ACB. Vishwas Nangre Patil is among the State’s most recog- nised police officers. Over the years, he has earned a reputa- tion for firm policing, admin- istrative skills and his ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His arrival is expect- ed to bring a wealth of experi- ence to the Nagpur Police. Born on June 1, 1973, in Kokrud village of Sangli district, Nangre Patil comes from a farm- ing family. His father was the village sarpanch and encour- aged him to pursue higher edu- cation and public service. After studying at Shivaji University and Osmania University, he cleared the UPSC examination and joined the Indian Police Service in 1997.

 

During a career spanning nearly three decades, he has held several key positions across Maharashtra, serving in Dhule, Nanded, Latur, Thane Rural, Kolhapur, Nashik and Mumbai. He built a reputation for disci- pline and efficient administra- tion while serving as Superintendent of Police and later as Commissioner of Police, Nashik. He also handled sev- eral sensitive assignments as Joint Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Mumbai. Nangre Patil came into the national spotlight during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. As Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone-I, South Mumbai, he led police teams into the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and played a crucial role in evacuating civil- ians trapped inside. His courage during the operation earned him the President’s Police Medal for Gallantry in 2015. Beyond policing, he is wide- ly known as an author and moti- vational speaker. His autobi- ography, ‘Man Mein Hai Vishwas’, and its English ver- sion, ‘Head Held High’, have inspired thousands of UPSC aspirants and young readers. Another book,‘Kar Har Maidan Fateh’, was later translated into English as‘Win AllYour Battles’. His speeches on discipline, leadership and ethics contin- ue to draw large audiences across Maharashtra. Despite his popularity, Nangre Patil has remained closely connected to his roots. He is known for his simple lifestyle and enjoys a strong fol- lowing among students and young people. His wife, Rupali Nangre Patil and their children, Janhavi and Ranveer, have been a constant source of support throughout his demanding career. His appointment comes at a time when Nagpur Police is intensifying efforts against organised crime, cyber fraud and drug-related offences. Officers and citizens alike are hopeful that his experience and people-friendly approach will further strengthen policing in the city.

 

DR RAVINDER Kumar Singal, who assumed charge as CP Nagpur on February 1, 2024, leaves office after a tenure marked by technology-driv- en policing and a strong focus on public participation. A senior IPS officer and former ADG (Highway Traffic), he adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards crime and stressed the need for closer engagement between the police and citizen built a reputation for disci- pline and efficient administra- tion while serving as Superintendent of Police and later as Commissioner of Police, Nashik. He also handled sev- eral sensitive assignments as Joint Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Mumbai. Nangre Patil came into the national spotlight during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. As Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone-I, South Mumbai, he led police teams into the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and played a crucial role in evacuating civil- ians trapped inside. His courage during the operation earned him the President’s Police Medal for Gallantry in 2015. Beyond policing, he is wide- ly known as an author and moti- vational speaker. His autobi- ography, ‘Man Mein Hai Vishwas’, and its English ver- sion, ‘Head Held High’, have inspired thousands of UPSC aspirants and young readers.

 

Another book,‘Kar Har Maidan Fateh’, was later translated into English as‘Win AllYour Battles’. His speeches on discipline, leadership and ethics contin- ue to draw large audiences across Maharashtra. Despite his popularity, Nangre Patil has remained closely connected to his roots. He is known for his simple lifestyle and enjoys a strong fol- lowing among students and young people. His wife, Rupali Nangre Patil and their children, Janhavi and Ranveer, have been a constant source of support throughout his demanding career. His appointment comes at a time when Nagpur Police is intensifying efforts against organised crime, cyber fraud and drug-related offences. Officers and citizens alike are hopeful that his experience and people-friendly approach will further strengthen policing in the city. Vishwas Nangre Patil is Nagpur CP One of the major initiatives launched under his leadership was “Operation Thunder”, an anti-drug campaign that com- bined strict action against ped- dlers with awareness pro- grammes aimed at students and young people. The drive resulted in several seizures and arrests and helped bring the issue of substance abuse into sharper focus. He also launched“Operation Shakti” to crack down on human trafficking and com- mercial sexual exploitation. Under the campaign, several rescue operations were carried out and action was taken against illegal activities. Dr Singal strengthened pre- ventive policing by conduct- ing surprise night operations and stepping up action against history-sheeters, gambling dens and organised crime net- works. Cybercrime investiga- tions were also expanded, while a Special Investigation Team was formed to probe major fraud cases.

 

Road safety remained anoth- er area of focus. Through “Operation U-Turn”, Nagpur Police promoted helmet use and stricter enforcement of traf- fic rules. He also encouraged the use of technology and inno- vative patrolling methods to improve public safety. Known for his accessibility and fitness-conscious lifestyle, Dr Singal maintained regular interaction with citizens and urged officers to stay connect- ed with the public. Grievance redressal programmes and vis- its to sensitive areas helped strengthen public trust in the police force. After more than two years at the helm of Nagpur Police, Dr Singal has now been appoint- ed as ADG, ACB. His tenure will be remembered for balancing firm law enforcement with a people-friendly approach and community-oriented policing