Punjab Police Honours 1951-Batch IPS Veteran Jagjit Singh Bawa on His 100th Birthday, Celebrating a Century of Service and Integrity
Punjab Police Pays Tribute to a Legendary Officer
The Punjab Police marked a historic occasion by saluting Jagjit Singh Bawa, a distinguished officer from the 1951 batch of the Indian Police Service (IPS), as he celebrated his 100th birthday. The centenary tribute was led by Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, who described Bawa as one of the finest officers produced by the Punjab cadre and a towering figure in Indian policing.
Senior Officers Extend Greetings
To personally convey the force’s respect, Special DGP (Headquarters) SS Srivastava and DIG (Personnel) Amneet Kondal visited Bawa at his residence. Their presence symbolised the enduring reverence the department holds for its veterans. DGP Yadav emphasised that Bawa’s century-long journey is not merely a personal milestone but a proud moment for the entire Punjab Police fraternity, reflecting a lifetime dedicated to public service and national duty.
Distinguished Career Across Punjab and CBI
Jagjit Singh Bawa joined the Indian Police Service on July 13, 1951, and served across multiple districts as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) and Superintendent of Police (SP) before becoming Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Ferozepur.
He later rose to senior leadership roles as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) and Inspector General of Police (IGP), Punjab. On September 27, 1977, Bawa was deputed to the Centre as Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in New Delhi. He retired on February 28, 1985, after receiving a one-year extension beyond the age of superannuation.
Legacy of Integrity and Leadership
DGP Gaurav Yadav highlighted that Bawa’s tenure as IGP Punjab and later as Director CBI was marked by the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and institutional strength. His leadership reinforced public trust in law enforcement during critical phases in India’s policing history.
“As we celebrate this rare milestone, Punjab Police honours a century of life devoted to duty, honour, and service to the nation,” Yadav stated, adding that Bawa’s career continues to inspire generations of officers.
