Of the two former IPS officers who made their maiden entry into electoral politics in 2023 Telangana Assembly elections, K.R. Nagaraj emerged victorious while R.S. Praveen Kumar tasted defeat.
“Democracy is alive and my victory is an indication,” said Mr. Nagaraj who won Wardhannapet Assembly seat in Warangal district. Soon after retiring as Nizamabad Police Commissioner, he plunged into politics, contesting as Congress nominee.
Mr. Nagaraju had the distinction of being conferred with IPS having joined police department as sub-inspector. With accelerated promotions for his works accomplished in the fight against left wing extremism, he eventually became superintendent of police before being conferred with IPS.