G Venkataraman Age, Wiki and Bio

G Venkataraman

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth08/05/1968
Age57 years

Bio/Wiki

User Profile
  • G Venkataraman is a prominent politician who has served in various capacities within the Indian Police Service.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 7"
Weight65 Kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics
  • Master of Arts (MA) in Public Administration
  • Master of Management Studies in Public Policy (PGPPM)

Personal Life

Zodiac SignTaurus
NationalityIndian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SpouseS. Lakshmidevi

Career

Overview
  • G Venkataraman became an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in 1994 from the Tamil Nadu cadre.
  • He was transferred on promotion to Additional Director General of Police, Cyber Crime Wing, Tamil Nadu Police on 27 June 2019.
  • The Tamil Nadu Government appointed him as the new Director General of Police (DGP) on 1 September 2025, succeeding IPS Shankar Jiwal.
  • Prior to his recent appointment, he held several key positions within the Tamil Nadu Police, including Director General of the Administrative Wing.
  • He has also served as Superintendent of Police in Perambalur and Salem districts as well as Deputy Commissioner in Madurai city.
  • His career includes work with the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department.
  • G Venkataraman is known for his initiatives in implementing IT-based systems in police operations to enhance efficiency.
Awards
  • Police Medal for Meritorious Service (PMMS) in 2011
  • President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PPM) in 2024
  • Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Medal for Best Public Service in 2024

Some Lesser Known Facts

Venkataraman has been instrumental in introducing paperless file movement in the DGP office.
He established a team of police officers specializing in information technology to support digital initiatives.
The Tamil Nadu Government sent a panel of names to the Union Public Service Commission for the selection of the next DGP on 30 August 2025.
His appointment sparked criticism from former BJP state president K. Annamalai regarding the appointment process.