Quick Info
| Profession | IPS Officer, Mountaineer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 30/08/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Shimoga, Karnataka, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Aparna Kumar
21/05/2026
A report marked the 10th anniversary of Aparna Kumar’s Everest summit, recalling that she became the first IPS officer in India to scale Mount Everest in 2016. It also noted her later expeditions, including Denali, which completed her Seven Summits achievement.
08/01/2026
Aparna Kumar was appointed as Lucknow’s first woman Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime). The posting was highlighted as another notable milestone in her IPS career, adding to her record as the first IPS officer and first civil servant to complete the Seven Summits challenge.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Aparna Kumar |
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| Famous For | First woman IPS officer to conquer the Seven Summits |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 7” |
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| Weight | 55 kg |
| Figure Measurements | 34-26-34 |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bengaluru |
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| Educational Qualification | Law Graduate |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Gemini |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Mountaineering |
| Tattoo | Right Shoulder - Fly |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Harshad Arora (Rumoured) |
| Spouse | Sanjay Kumar |
| Children | 2 |
Family
| Parents | Father - H.N. Shivaraj (deceased), Mother - S. Ashwini (Head Nurse at Victoria Hospital, Bengaluru) |
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Career
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| IPS Officer | 2002-batch, Uttar Pradesh cadre | ||||
| Mountaineering Achievements |
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| Current Role | Inspector General in PAC Central Zone, Sports Secretary of UP Police Board |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aparna began her modeling career at 17, appearing in her first advertisement for ‘Northstar.’ | |
| 2. She has been featured in various TV commercials for brands like ‘7UP’, ‘Roohafza’, ‘Atlas Cycles’, and ‘Fair & Lovely Cream.’ | |
| 3. In 2004, she made her acting debut as “Sushmita Singh” in the film ‘Popcorn Khao! Mast Ho Jao.’ | |
| 4. Aparna starred in the TV film ‘The Girl in Me’ (2014), portraying the character of “Mallika.” | |
| 5. Known for her strong work ethic, she is considered a workaholic. | |
| 6. Aparna has a deep love for food and is a passionate foodie. | |
| 7. She cleared the UPSC exam on her first attempt. | |
| 8. She enrolled in a basic mountaineering course at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports in Manali in October 2013, followed by an advanced course in July 2014. | |
| 9. Bachendri Pal has been her inspiration in mountaineering. |
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