Seemanth Kumar Singh Age, Wiki and Bio

Seemanth Kumar Singh

Quick Info

ProfessionCivil Servant
NationalityIndian
Date of BirthXX/XX/1973
AgeUnknown
BirthplaceBanka District, Bihar, India

Bio/Wiki

Known ForBengaluru Police Commissioner

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

DegreeMaster degree in History
College/University
  • St Stephen’s College, Delhi
  • Kirori Mal College, Delhi

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Writing

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Career

OverviewSeemanth Kumar Singh's career in law enforcement began in the Karnataka cadre in 1996 after completing his UPSC examinations. He served with distinction in various roles, including a notable tenure as Superintendent of Police in multiple districts such as Dakshina Kannada and Bellary. His efforts during communal riots and investigations into illegal mining earned him recognition.
Promotions
  • Promoted to Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG)
  • First Commissioner of Police for the Mangalore Police Commissionerate
  • Inspector General of Police (IGP) for multiple regions including Mangalore and Bengaluru
Notable Achievements
  • Awarded the President’s Medal for Meritorious Service on Republic Day 2014
  • Shared personal number as a helpline for migrant workers during COVID-19
  • Donated oxygen concentrators during the second wave of COVID-19
  • Appointed as Commissioner of Police for Bengaluru City after a tragic stampede

Some Lesser Known Facts

Seemanth was born and raised in Pakaria, a village in Banka district, Bihar.
He completed his early education in Banka district and high secondary education in Ranchi.
After graduation, he began preparing for the UPSC examination and became part of the 1996 Indian Police Service batch.
He is recognized for his exceptional handling of law and order during riots while serving as SP.