K Ramachandra Rao

Indian Police Service

Indian Andhra Pradesh

Quick Info

ProfessionIndian Police Service
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth07/05/1967
Age59 years
BirthplaceAndhra Pradesh

Latest News about K Ramachandra Rao

19/01/2026

K Ramachandra Rao was suspended by the Karnataka government after videos allegedly showing him in an objectionable situation circulated online. He denied the authenticity of the clips and called them fabricated, while the government ordered an inquiry into his conduct. The case added fresh controversy to an already sensitive period in his public career.

12/08/2025

K Ramachandra Rao was reinstated as Director General of Police for the Karnataka Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement after having earlier been placed on compulsory leave in connection with the Ranya Rao gold smuggling case. His return came after the state reviewed the matter that had put him under administrative scrutiny. The development marked his official comeback to a senior policing post in Karnataka.

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Bio/Wiki

Batch1993
CadreKarnataka
AwardsThe great son of India Award from Governor of Andhra Pradesh (2022)

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityShree Velagapudi Ramakrishna Memorial College, Nagaram, Andhra Pradesh
Education QualificationPh.D.

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

ChildrenDaughter: 2 (step), Ranya Rao (actress)

Career

Current PositionHead of the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation since September 2023.
Previous Events
  • K Ramachandra Rao's stepdaughter Ranya Rao was arrested in March 2025 for gold smuggling.
  • Following the arrest, Rao faced accusations of using police escorts to circumvent Customs checks.
  • He was on compulsory leave after the incident but was reinstated as the Director General of Police (DGP) on 12 August 2025.
Media StatementsHe expressed shock upon learning about his stepdaughter's arrest and maintained his career remains untarnished.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. K Ramachandra Rao began his role at the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation in September 2023.
2. His stepdaughter Ranya Rao faced arrest by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence for allegedly smuggling gold.
3. After the arrest incident, a government committee investigated K Ramachandra Rao's involvement.
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