From constable to IPS, Udayakrishna’s journey of grit

In an inspiring example of hope M Udaya Krishna Reddy of Ullapalem village in Prakasam district has achieved an All India Rank of 350 in the Civil Services Examination and earning a place in the Indian Police Service (IPS).

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From a government school in a small village to the prestigious IPS, Udaya Krishna Reddy’s journey is proof that no dream is too big when powered by passion and purpose.

Born into poverty and losing his parents at a young age, Udaya was raised by his grandmother Ramanamma, who sold vegetables to support him, and guided by his uncle Koti Reddy. After studying in a Telugu-medium government school, he joined the police force as a constable in 2013, serving at Gudiuru and Ramayapatnam Marine police stations. Facing humiliation from a superior officer became a turning point, fueling his ambition to join the IPS.