In a historic moment for India’s security landscape, two trailblazing IPS officers — Sonali Mishra and Binita Thakur — are redefining what it means to wear the uniform. Daughters of IPS legends, these women are not just carrying forward a legacy but setting unmatched standards in national leadership.
Sonali Mishra: First Woman DG of RPF in 143 Years
A 1993-batch IPS officer from Madhya Pradesh, Sonali Mishra shattered a 143-year-old glass ceiling to become the first-ever woman Director General of the Railway Protection Force (RPF). With a stellar career across the CBI, BSF, and even the UN Peacekeeping Mission, Mishra represents fearless, strategic leadership.
In May 2025, she spearheaded security for PM Modi’s Women Empowerment Mahasammelan in Bhopal, leading a powerful all-women IPS team — a bold statement of India’s changing security narrative.
Binita Thakur: Strategic Commander in CISF
A 1996-batch IPS officer from the Rajasthan cadre, Binita Thakur serves as ADG of CISF, securing some of India’s most sensitive industrial zones. From hunting down dacoits in Karauli to busting international arms and drug syndicates, Thakur’s fearless field action and calm crisis leadership speak volumes.
Her role during intense farmers’ protests revealed her strategic empathy — a true example of how modern policing blends heart with hard resolve.
Legacy of Grit, Symbols of Hope
Both Mishra and Thakur are living proof that uniforms aren’t stitched from fabric — they’re woven with vision, courage, and relentless spirit. Their achievements send a powerful message to every aspiring girl: The system doesn’t just need women — it thrives when they lead.
