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November 10, 2024

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The Free Press Journal

The Inspiring Journey of IPS Officer Nidhin Valsan

From cancer to Ironman

In the world of endurance and resilience, few stories compare to that of IPS Officer Nidhin Valsan, whose journey from a successful law enforcement career to battling stage 4 cancer, and ultimately completing the Ironman Triathlon, inspires us all.

Career of service Nidhin Valsan, a native of Kerala, excelled academically and earned an engineering degree from NIT Calicut before joining the Indian Police Service in 2012. Early in his career, he achieved notable success, including securing a spot in the Limca Book of Records for recovering stolen goods during his tenure as Assistant Commissioner of Police in Delhi. His dedication continued in Lakshadweep, where he took on leadership roles, and later as Superintendent of Police in Goa.

But just as he was advancing in his career, life presented him with an unforeseen challenge.

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