Former 'Singham' Police Officers Transition to Politics in Bihar Assembly Election 2025

Oct 30, 2025 08:23 pm CST

Two decorated former police officers, nicknamed 'singhams' for their exceptional law enforcement careers, are contesting the Bihar Assembly Election. Shivdeep Lande, former Bihar Police IG, is running as an independent from Jamalpur, while Anand Mishra, an ex-Assam cadre officer with multiple gallantry awards, represents BJP in Buxar. Both candidates bring distinguished service records to their new political endeavors, highlighting a growing trend of law enforcement professionals entering electoral politics.