IPS Officer Esha Singh Transferred After Viral Rally Incident
Esha Singh's Transfer Following Controversial Rally
Esha Singh, an IPS officer who gained widespread attention for her assertive handling of a Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leader during a tightly regulated rally, has been transferred to Delhi. This incident occurred during TVK chief Vijay's first public rally following the tragic Karur stampede, which resulted in the deaths of 41 individuals. The event took place at the Uppalam Expo Ground in Puducherry under strict police supervision, where authorities restricted attendance and prohibited any roadshows.
Viral Video Highlights Singh's Authority
A viral video has captured the moment when Singh, in a commanding tone, questioned the presence of so many people at the rally, stating, "You have blood on your hands. Forty people have died. What are you doing?" She was referring to the TVK rally held at the Uppalam Port Ground, which was attended by actor and politician Vijay.
Remembrance of the Karur Tragedy
With a sharp tone, Singh reminded everyone of the tragic stampede that occurred on September 28, where 41 lives were lost during a large TVK rally. The video further shows Singh seizing the microphone from TVK's General Secretary Bussy Anand, delivering a stern warning to the party leadership.
Precautionary Measures Before the Rally
A week prior to the rally, Singh had alerted her superiors against granting permission for Vijay's roadshow, citing the high risks involved in such events, especially in light of the Karur tragedy. As the appointed supervisor for the rally, she took personal responsibility for ensuring safety. This incident not only showcased the capabilities of a young female IPS officer but also highlighted the true courage of an IPS officer.
Who is IPS Esha Singh?
Born in 1998 in Mumbai, Esha Singh grew up in a family deeply connected to public service and activism. Her father, Yogesh Pratap Singh, an IPS officer from the 1985 batch, resigned after repeatedly facing punitive postings for exposing corruption. Her mother, Abha Singh, left the Indian Postal Service to practice law, handling high-profile public interest cases, including the Salman Khan hit-and-run incident. Before joining the police force, Esha laid her foundation in law, graduating from the National Law School in Bengaluru. She rejected the conventional allure of corporate internships to focus on human rights and public interest litigation.
Advocacy and Achievements
In 2021, she secured ₹10 lakh for the widows of three manual scavengers who died while cleaning a septic tank in Mumbai. Singh has also supported individuals wrongfully targeted by the system, including securing bail for a woman falsely accused of fraud by a powerful bureaucrat.