Quick Info
| Profession | IPS Officer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/02/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
Latest News about Amit Lodha
17/03/2025
The Bihar government promoted Amit Lodha to the rank of Additional Director General of Police while he was serving as Inspector General at the State Crime Records Bureau. The promotion marked a major step in his IPS career and was reported as effective under the Nitish Kumar-led state government.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Famous for | Arresting the infamous gangster Ashok Mahto (known as the Gabbar Singh of Sheikhpura) and his accomplice Pintu Mahto in 2006; Author of 'Bihar Diaries' which inspired the Netflix series 'Khakee: The Bihar Chapter' |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm (5’10”) |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Build | Athletic |
| Distinguishing Feature | Commanding presence |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Xavier’s School, Jaipur |
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| College/University | IIT Delhi |
| Degree | B.Tech |
Personal Life
| Current Residence | Patna, Bihar |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married | ||||||||||
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| Marriage Date | 1999 | ||||||||||
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Career
| Civil Service |
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Favourites
| Sport | Cricket |
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| Cricketer | Sachin Tendulkar |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/ipsamitlodha7/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/ipsamitlodha/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Amit Lodha was inspired to pursue a career in the civil services due to his grandfather's IAS background. | |
| 2. He successfully cleared the IIT entrance exam on his first try. | |
| 3. During his time at IIT Delhi, Amit battled with depression and contemplated suicide. | |
| 4. In 1998, he passed the Civil Services Examination and officially became an IPS officer. | |
| 5. Amit Lodha played a crucial role in solving various cases and enhancing law enforcement in Bihar. | |
| 6. He initiated social improvement projects such as Sambhav and Bharat Ke Veer. | |
| 7. A bestselling author, Amit wrote 'Bihar Diaries: The True Story Of How Bihar’s Most Dangerous Criminal Was Caught.' | |
| 8. In 2021, he published another book called 'Life In The Uniform: Adventures of an IPS Officer in Bihar.' | |
| 9. In his free time, Amit Lodha enjoys playing tennis and squash. | |
| 10. Known for his outstanding service, Amit is often called 'Super Cop' within the Bihar police force. | |
| 11. He was promoted to ADG State Crime Records Bureau, Bihar Police. | |
| 12. His book 'Bihar Diaries' inspired the Netflix series 'Khakee: The Bihar Chapter'. |