Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary praised senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Vikas Vaibhav for his efforts to encourage people across the country to return to Bihar and participate in its development.
The Chief Minister made the remarks during an event marking the launch of the Bihar Integrated Manufacturing City in Gaya. Referring to Vaibhav’s outreach activities, Choudhary said the officer travels across the country and appeals to people to return to Bihar and contribute to its progress.
Vaibhav, who serves as Inspector General of Police (IG) in the Magadh Range, later expressed his gratitude to the Chief Minister on social media following the public acknowledgement.
CM Highlights Vikas Vaibhav’s Outreach Efforts
Addressing the gathering, Choudhary highlighted Bihar’s development potential and said the state had the resources and opportunities needed to progress.
He urged people from Bihar to recognise the state’s potential and participate in its development. Referring to Vaibhav’s efforts, the Chief Minister noted that the officer travels to different parts of the country to encourage people to return to Bihar and invest in its future.
The remarks highlighted Vaibhav’s outreach efforts to connect with people outside the state and encourage their participation in Bihar’s development.
Who Is IPS Officer Vikas Vaibhav?
Vikas Vaibhav, a 2003-batch IPS officer of the Bihar cadre, known for his administrative experience in Bihar and his efforts to promote public participation in the state’s development.
An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, he holds a B.Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering. Over the course of his career, he has served in several policing and administrative positions across Bihar.
His previous assignments include serving as Superintendent of Police (SP) and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in districts such as Patna, Rohtas, Purnea, Bagaha and Darbhanga. He has also served as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Bihar.
His recent roles have included Inspector General of Police in the Magadh Range and responsibilities associated with Home Guards and Fire Services. He has also been associated with the Bihar State Planning Board as an adviser.
Founded #LetsInspireBihar Initiative
Beyond his police service, Vaibhav founded #LetsInspireBihar, a voluntary initiative that aims to contribute to the vision of a developed Bihar by 2047.
The initiative focuses on three broad areas:
- Education: Promoting access to education and learning opportunities.
- Egalitarianism: Encouraging equality and social inclusion.
- Entrepreneurship: Promoting entrepreneurial participation and economic activity.
The movement seeks to encourage people from different backgrounds to contribute to Bihar’s development. It has attracted participation from a large number of people, including volunteers from within and outside the state.
Receives Satyendra K. Dubey Memorial Award
Vaibhav received the Satyendra K. Dubey Memorial Award in 2019 from IIT Kanpur. The recognition is named after Satyendra K. Dubey, an IIT Kanpur alumnus remembered for his efforts to combat corruption.
The award is another notable milestone associated with Vaibhav’s public-service career.
Vikas Vaibhav Thanks Chief Minister
Following Choudhary’s remarks at the Gaya event, Vaibhav thanked the Chief Minister through a social media post.
The Chief Minister’s comments highlighted the officer’s efforts to motivate people to return to Bihar and contribute to its progress. The event was held in connection with the launch of the Bihar Integrated Manufacturing City, while Choudhary’s remarks focused on the role people can play in the state’s development.
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