Mahipal Yadav (1965-2025) Biography, Family

Quick Info

Profession	IPS Officer
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	30/08/1965
Age	59 years (died on 27, Aug, 2025)
Birthplace	Alwar, Rajasthan, India
Date of Death	27/08/2025

Latest News about Mahipal Yadav

27/08/2025

Kerala IPS officer Mahipal Yadav, a 1997-batch ADGP and former Excise Commissioner, passed away at a private hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan, due to brain cancer. He was on extended medical leave after being diagnosed with a brain tumor and had been posted as ADGP Crimes in May 2025 but did not take charge. His death occurred on the day an official farewell was planned at police headquarters, just three days before his scheduled retirement on 30 August 2025.

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Physical Stats & More

Height	5' 9" (175 cm)
Weight	60 Kg (132 lbs)
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Salt & pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Degree	Post-graduate in veterinary science

Personal Life

Religion	Hinduism
Caste	Yadav

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married

Family

Spouse	Sunita Yadav
Children	Son - Divya Yadav

Career

Overview	Joined the Indian Police Service in 1997, allocated to the Kerala cadre. Began service in Kerala, later moved to central deputation with the BSF and CBI. Led the investigation into the VVIP AgustaWestland helicopter bribery scandal during his CBI tenure. Handled a case involving disproportionate assets of former UP Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. Served as Inspector General of BSF Punjab Frontier and returned to Kerala as Excise Commissioner in 2023. Faced health challenges and was diagnosed with a brain tumor, prompting a transfer to medical leave. In May 2025, posted as ADGP Crimes but remained on extended leave due to medical condition. Scheduled to retire on 30 August 2025.
Achievements	Recipient of the President's Medal for distinguished service in 2013 and 2024. Career spanned nearly three decades with various key roles in state policing, central investigation, and paramilitary forces.

Overview

Joined the Indian Police Service in 1997, allocated to the Kerala cadre.
Began service in Kerala, later moved to central deputation with the BSF and CBI.
Led the investigation into the VVIP AgustaWestland helicopter bribery scandal during his CBI tenure.
Handled a case involving disproportionate assets of former UP Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav.
Served as Inspector General of BSF Punjab Frontier and returned to Kerala as Excise Commissioner in 2023.
Faced health challenges and was diagnosed with a brain tumor, prompting a transfer to medical leave.
In May 2025, posted as ADGP Crimes but remained on extended leave due to medical condition.
Scheduled to retire on 30 August 2025.

Achievements

Recipient of the President's Medal for distinguished service in 2013 and 2024.
Career spanned nearly three decades with various key roles in state policing, central investigation, and paramilitary forces.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Mahipal started his IPS career in one of India's challenging states and developed a reputation for capable management.
2. He was diligently involved in multiple facets of law enforcement, having held significant positions within both the state and central police forces.
3. Despite serious health issues, Mahipal continued to serve in high-stakes positions up until his medical leave.
4. First posting as Assistant Superintendent of Police at Kayamkulam subdivision in Kerala.
5. Served in Kerala as Kochi City Police Commissioner, Inspector General of Internal Security, IG Coastal Police, IG Training at Kerala Police Academy, IG Crimes, IG Kannur range, and IG Thiruvananthapuram Range.
6. Died at a private hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan, due to brain cancer, just three days before his scheduled retirement.
7. Served as Managing Director of Kerala State Beverages Corporation.

Mahipal Yadav IPS Officer Indian Alwar, Rajasthan, India