Quick Info
| Profession | Civil Servant |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 17/04/1990 |
| Age | 36 years |
| Birthplace | Malayinkeezhu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India |
Latest News about Anjana Krishna
07/09/2025
NCP Maharashtra MLC Amol Mitkari demanded a UPSC-level investigation into Anjana Krishna’s documents, including her educational qualifications and caste certificate, following the Kurdu village incident. He later withdrew the demand on 7 September 2025 and issued a public apology for raising doubts about her credentials.
08/2025
Anjana Krishna led a joint operation in Kurdu village, Solapur district, against illegal murum excavation despite pressure from political leaders including a Deputy CM. She refused to back down, resulting in cases filed against four individuals for unlawful assembly and obstructing public servants. The incident highlighted her fearless approach, earning widespread media attention.
Do you like Anjana Krishna?
You can vote only once.
Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Anjana Krishna V.S. |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Lady Singham |
| Known For | First civil servant from Vilavoorkal village panchayat in Thiruvananthapuram |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
|---|---|
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St Mary’s Central School, Poojappura, Kerala |
|---|---|
| College/University | HHMSPB NSS College for Women, Neeramankara, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Degree | Bachelor of Science in Maths |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
|---|---|
| Religion | Hinduism |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
|---|
Family
| Father | V S Viju (Businessman) |
|---|---|
| Mother | L Seena (Court Typist) |
| Siblings | Brother - Arjun Krishna (Medical Student), Sister - |
Career
| Overview | Anjana pursued her interest in civil service from a young age, despite family expectations for her to enter the medical field. |
|---|---|
| UPSC Journey | After completing her bachelor's, she joined a coaching center for the UPSC exam in Thiruvananthapuram. She initially faced setbacks, failing her first three attempts before succeeding in her fourth attempt in 2022-23, securing All India Rank 355 and allocation to the 2023 IPS batch. |
| First Posting | Her first posting was as Deputy Superintendent of Police in Karmala, Solapur district, Maharashtra. |
| Notable Incident | In August 2025, she led a significant operation against illegal sand excavation in Kurdu village, which garnered media attention due to her professional handling of pressure from political figures. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Anjana is recognized as the first female civil servant in her village, setting a precedent in her community. | |
| 2. Her family originally encouraged her to choose medicine over civil service, but she remained dedicated to her dream of serving in this capacity. | |
| 3. Before passing the UPSC exam, Anjana interned as a news reporter for a Malayalam newspaper. | |
| 4. Despite initial failures in the UPSC preliminary exams, she remained determined and ultimately succeeded. | |
| 5. She has received accolades for her composed demeanor during challenging situations, earning her the nickname 'Lady Singham'. | |
| 6. She chose English as her medium and Malayalam Literature as her optional subject for the UPSC exam. |