International Police Academy – UNIPOL Appoints Two Senior Indian Police Leaders- India
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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENew York, USA — November 11, 2025
International Police Academy – UNIPOL Appoints Two Senior Indian Police Leaders
The International Police Academy (UNIPOL) proudly announces the appointment of two distinguished Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to key leadership roles within its India Section:
Director General Rohit Choudhary — Appointed as Country Director – India Section
Director General Akhilesh Jha — Appointed as Director of India Affairs – India Section
These appointments are made under the leadership of Dr. Alexander Jan M (Hany El Zahar), Executive Director, Founder, and CEO of the International Police Academy – UNIPOL, and IPA President (Rtd.) Senior Superintendent of Police Shuaib Adam HSC OLY VJ, International Director of Law Enforcement, Police, and Military.This initiative was supported by Prof. Yuval Binstoc (IPA) and Sir Junustia Brecen, following the recommendation and networking facilitation of Miss Pradeepthi Bhandekar, Director of Global Partnerships & Collaborations, Inter-Governmental Security Liaison Expert, and Country Director – India.
Leadership Profiles
Director General Rohit Choudhary
Country Director – India SectionInternational Police Academy (UNIPOL)
A veteran Indian Police Service (IPS) officer with more than 37 years of leadership experience, DG Rohit Choudharybrings an exceptional record in law enforcement, peacekeeping, and public administration. As UNIPOL’s Country Director for India, he is responsible for advancing international police cooperation, institutional development, and professional training excellence.
Core Competencies
Strategic Leadership in Law Enforcement
International Police Cooperation & Liaison
Advanced Curriculum Development & Police Training
Counter-Terrorism & De-radicalization Strategies
Community Policing & Public Engagement
Criminal Justice Reform & Policy Leadership
Career Highlights
Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Government of Punjab – Oversaw security for critical railway infrastructure.
Director, Punjab Police Academy – Elevated the academy to a national model for excellence in police education.
Deputy Director, National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) – Spearheaded the Crime and Criminal Information Tracking System (CCTNS).
Inspector General (Counter Intelligence & Telecom) – Led high-level counter-intelligence operations.
UN Peacekeeping Officer, UNMIBH (Bosnia & Herzegovina) – Contributed to international post-conflict stabilization efforts.
Education
Master’s in Management & Public Policy, IIM Bangalore & Maxwell School, Syracuse University, USA
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering, IIT Roorkee
Honors & Recognitions
President’s Police Medal for Gallantry (1994) | President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service (2016) | UN Peace Medal | Community Policing Honor (2017)
Director General Akhilesh Jha
Director of India Affairs – India SectionInternational Police Academy (UNIPOL)
An accomplished Indian Police Service officer and academic, DG Akhilesh Jha has dedicated his career to advancing policing standards, community empowerment, and education. As UNIPOL’s Director of India Affairs, he leads initiatives in training, policy research, and international police collaboration.
Areas of Expertise
Police Training & Capacity Building
Public Policy, Law, and Governance Education
Research & Publication in Police Sciences
Tribal Rights & Community Welfare Programs
Counter-Naxal and Organized Crime Operations
Key Contributions
Developed comprehensive video content on History, Law, and Governance for academic and training programs.
Authored “Policing in India: Trials and Tribulations” and several General Studies books for UPSC/PSC preparation.
Delivered 400+ lectures on Indian History, Constitution, and Current Affairs.
Established Welfare Centre (Dhar, 2018) and De-addiction & Rehabilitation Centre (Indore, 2008).
Led tribal awareness initiatives benefiting more than 100,000 individuals.
Education
M.A. in Ancient Indian History, Patna University
B.A. (Hons) in History, Patna University
Awards & Honors
President’s Award for Meritorious Service (2013) | Internal Security Medal (2016) | Best Superintendent of Police, Madhya Pradesh (2014) | Governor’s Gold Medal (1990)
About the International Police Academy (UNIPOL)
The International Police Academy (UNIPOL) is a global institution dedicated to fostering collaboration among law enforcement agencies worldwide. Through professional training, academic research, and strategic partnerships, UNIPOL promotes global peace, public safety, and cross-border security cooperation.
Media Contact:International Police Academy – UNIPOL
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