IPS Officer DK Kedia Honored with ‘CA in Public Service’ Award
Deepak Kumar Kedia, Inspector General (IG) Headquarters of the National Security Guard (NSG), has received the prestigious ‘CA in Public Service’ Award from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The award, presented at the World Forum of Accountants Meet in New Delhi on February 1, 2025, recognizes his outstanding contributions to public service, particularly in law enforcement and national security. Kedia, often referred to as the ‘CA in Uniform’, boasts a remarkable career that combines finance and policing, significantly influencing counter-terrorism efforts and national security initiatives.
Award & Recognition
- Received the ‘CA in Public Service’ Award from ICAI on February 1, 2025.
- Honored for his exceptional contributions to law enforcement and national security.
- Also awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service on Republic Day 2025.
Current Role
- Designation: Inspector General (IG) Headquarters, NSG.
- Key Responsibilities
- Strategic planning & operational oversight for NSG.
- Counter-terrorism operations.
Professional & Academic Background
- Known as the ‘CA in Uniform’ for his dual expertise in finance & policing.
- Prior experience in finance with Steel Authority of India (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant.
- Educational Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Company Secretary (CS)
- Cost & Management Accountant (CMA)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Master of Arts in Anti-Corruption Studies (International Anti-Corruption Academy, Vienna, Austria).
Key Points Held
- Superintendent of Police (SP) in Assam.
- Director (Left Wing Extremism), Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Additional Director, Enforcement Directorate.
- Inspector General of Police (Law & Order), Assam.
Impact & Contributions
- Strengthened national security measures through his leadership.
- Played a key role in counter-terrorism operations as part of NSG.
- Expert in financial crimes, corruption control, and law enforcement strategies.
- Recognized for integrity, excellence, and commitment to public service.