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Ashok Bhan
Distinguished Fellow


Dr Ashok Bhan is a retired IPS officer.  A PhD in Botany, Dr. Bhan held important positions in State Government including that of the commissioner of vigilance, Director General of Police Intelligence and Director General of Police Prisons. After his retirement, he served as a Member of the National Security Adviser Board (2010-2012). During his service career acquired expertise in Anti- Terrorist operations, Intelligence and Anti-Corruption, Security of VIPs and Vital Installations, Recruitment and Training. He has lectured widely on subjects related to these specializations.


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