Jaipur: Kota Police has received widespread appreciation for its swift action in the firing case involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. The police team apprehended the accused within 24 hours of the incident, with reports highlighting how officers acted within just 15 minutes of receiving crucial information about the suspects’ movements.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also appreciated the police operation. He reportedly called Kota City SP IPS Tejaswini Gautam to congratulate her and the entire team, while praising her leadership.
The incident has brought attention to Tejaswini Gautam’s policing approach, professional background and experience in maintaining law and order. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, she has served in several districts and has also been associated with initiatives focused on social awareness and women’s safety.
Who Is IPS Tejaswini Gautam?
Tejaswini Gautam is a 2013-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Rajasthan cadre. She is currently serving as the Superintendent of Police (SP) of Kota City.
Known for her administrative responsibilities and policing experience, Gautam has held important assignments in different districts of Rajasthan. Her career has included law-and-order management, crime prevention and responsibilities within specialised police units.
Her recent role in the operation involving the suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case has once again brought her leadership and the quick response of Kota Police into the spotlight.
How Kota Police Apprehended the Suspects Within 15 Minutes
According to the reports cited in the supplied information, the Mumbai Police Crime Branch contacted Tejaswini Gautam at around 9:45 am on the day of the incident. The information indicated that suspects described as hardened criminals were travelling towards Kota by train.
Kota Police acted promptly after receiving the alert and apprehended the suspects within approximately 15 minutes, according to the report. The accused were subsequently caught within 24 hours of the incident.
The rapid response and coordination between the police teams attracted attention on social media. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also reportedly contacted the Kota SP to congratulate the team on its performance.
Tejaswini Gautam’s Education and Background
Tejaswini Gautam is originally from Delhi and has an academic background in political science, law and public administration.
Her educational qualifications include:
- BA (Honours) in Political Science: She studied at Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi.
- LLB: She also pursued a degree in law.
- MA in Public Administration: Her academic background includes postgraduate studies in public administration.
Some media reports have also described her as a topper and gold medallist at Delhi University. These distinctions should be attributed to the relevant reports when independently verified.
Her academic background spans subjects relevant to governance, administration and the legal system.
IPS Tejaswini Gautam’s Previous Postings in Rajasthan
Before her posting in Kota, Tejaswini Gautam served as SP in several districts of Rajasthan, including Churu, Ajmer and Bikaner. She has also served as SP in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Jaipur.
Her previous assignments include:
- Churu: Served as SP, with a focus on policing and public awareness initiatives.
- Ajmer: Held the post of SP and was associated with initiatives addressing social concerns.
- Bikaner: Served as SP, overseeing district-level policing responsibilities.
- Anti-Corruption Bureau, Jaipur: Served as SP in the specialised agency.
These postings have given her experience in district administration, law-and-order management and specialised policing.
Social Awareness and Women’s Safety Initiatives
Beyond routine policing, Tejaswini Gautam has also been associated with social awareness initiatives during her postings.
Awareness Campaigns in Churu
During her tenure in Churu, she reportedly promoted public awareness through street plays and other outreach campaigns. Such initiatives were aimed at communicating important social messages and encouraging public participation.
‘Prerna’ Initiative in Ajmer
According to media reports, Gautam contributed to the ‘Prerna’ initiative in Ajmer, which focused on the rehabilitation of children affected by substance abuse.
The initiative highlighted the role of community awareness and rehabilitation in addressing social challenges alongside conventional law enforcement.
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Praises Kota Police Team
The swift apprehension of the suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case earned appreciation from Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. He reportedly called Tejaswini Gautam to congratulate her and the police personnel involved in the operation.
The appreciation highlighted the importance of timely intelligence-sharing, coordination between police units and rapid action in criminal investigations.
With experience across several districts and specialised assignments, IPS Tejaswini Gautam continues to hold a key policing responsibility in Kota. The operation has placed her leadership and the work of Kota Police in the public spotlight.
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