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Abhijeet Kumar

Rtd. IRS, Former Mayor, Bharatpur
A visionary leader and a trailblazer, Abhijeet Kumar's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. From 1986 to 1990, he made his mark in the corporate world, excelling as a marketing executive and rising to the position of Regional Manager. His exceptional performance earned him the prestigious "Best Branch Manager" award at Arvind Limited, outshining 27 other managers. In 1990, he joined the Indian Revenue Service (IRS, 1990 batch), dedicating 22 years to the nation. With four promotions, he rose to the rank of Commissioner. A defining moment in his career came in 1989 when, as Deputy Director (Investigation), he led a high-stakes raid on individuals linked to the underworld, unearthing ₹200 crores in black money. This exceptional work earned him a ₹2.5 lakh cash prize from the Ministry of Finance. From 2019 to 2024, as the Mayor of Bharatpur Municipal Corporation, Abhijeet Kumar redefined urban governance with groundbreaking innovations. He implemented an integrated cleaning system, overhauled the city’s drainage infrastructure, and revolutionized urban development taxation. His tenure remains a benchmark for progressive leadership. Abhijeet Kumar exemplifies dedication, innovation, and the power of service-driven leadership.
9:30 AM / 19 Jan 2026

Monday 19th Jan

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