Quick Info
| Profession | Former police officer, Social worker |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 06/06/1938 |
| Age | 88 years |
| Birthplace | Sangrur, Punjab, India |
Latest News about Inderjit Singh Sidhu
23/06/2026
Inderjit Singh Sidhu received the Padma Shri at the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. He was honoured in the social work category for his long-running cleanliness drive and civic service in Chandigarh. Reports said he was among 65 eminent personalities recognised in the 2026 Padma awards list.
26/01/2026
Inderjit Singh Sidhu was selected for the Padma Shri on Republic Day 2026 for his selfless social service and cleanliness efforts in Chandigarh. Coverage described him as a retired Punjab Police officer who had spent years personally sweeping streets and public spaces after retirement. The award recognised his contribution as one of the year’s notable unsung heroes.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Black |
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| Hair Colour | Grey |
Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widower |
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Family
| Wife/Spouse | Devinder Paul Sidhu (deceased) |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Inderjit Singh Sidhu grew up in a military family. | |
| 2. He joined the Punjab Police in 1961 and served for 35 years. | |
| 3. Inderjit retired as a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in 1996. | |
| 4. After retiring, he began cleaning the streets of Chandigarh himself. | |
| 5. He faced initial criticism for his cleaning efforts. | |
| 6. Inderjit sees cleanliness as a moral duty inspired by Guru Nanak Dev's teachings. | |
| 7. His work regularly involved unclogging drains and cleaning public places. | |
| 8. He became known as the “Broom Warrior” of Chandigarh for his dedication. | |
| 9. In 2026, he received the Padma Shri award but continued his cleaning work even after the honor. |