Kerala, Ernakulam Rural: In a significant development for Ernakulam Rural district, Ms. Hemalatha M. IPS has officially taken charge as the 60th District Police Chief, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community welfare and law enforcement.
Speaking on the occasion, SP Hemalatha emphasized her dedication to prioritizing issues concerning women and children, assuring that their safety and well-being will remain a central focus of policing efforts in the district. She also reaffirmed the department’s unwavering stance against narcotics, stating that anti-drug campaigns will continue with renewed intensity.
An accomplished officer from the 2017 IPS batch, Hemalatha previously served as the Commandant of the Rapid Response and Rescue Force, and holds a postgraduate degree in Integrated Water Resources Management. Her career reflects a broad spectrum of field experience, having served in key roles across Attappadi, Perinthalmanna, Kozhikode City, Kannur Rural, the Malabar Special Force, and KAP 4th Battalion.
Her appointment is being widely welcomed by both the public and law enforcement community, as she is known for her proactive approach, people-centric policing, and dedication to public service. With her at the helm, Ernakulam Rural district can look forward to enhanced safety, progressive policing, and effective community engagement.
