In a career that reads like a gripping novel—complete with suspense, redemption, and relentless determination—IPS Sujith Das has once again stepped into the spotlight. Recently appointed as Superintendent of Police (SP) for Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) under the Kerala Police, this 2015-batch officer embodies resilience and reinvention. His journey, marked by turbulence and triumph, offers a compelling tale of a man who refuses to be defined by setbacks, instead carving a path of purpose through the ever-evolving landscape of law enforcement.
Born on April 22, 1988, in the serene coastal town of Alappuzha, Kerala, Sujith Das grew up surrounded by the rhythms of the backwaters and a family that prized education and integrity. His father, a retired fisheries officer, and his mother, a homemaker with a flair for storytelling, instilled in him a curiosity about the world and a sense of duty. Das excelled academically, earning a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication from the National Institute of Technology, Calicut, where his peers recall him as a quiet innovator—someone who could untangle complex circuits as deftly as he now navigates intricate policing challenges.
Das’s entry into the Indian Police Service in 2015 was a natural pivot for a man drawn to order amidst chaos. His early postings showcased his knack for leadership: as Additional Assistant Inspector General at Police Headquarters, he streamlined operational protocols, and later, as Deputy Commissioner of Police in Kozhikode City, he introduced community-driven crime prevention programs that slashed petty theft rates by 15% in 2021. But it was his tenure as District Police Chief in Malappuram and Pathanamthitta that thrust him into the public eye—first for his bold anti-narcotics operations, then for a storm of controversy.
In 2023, while heading Malappuram’s police force, Das faced intense scrutiny following the Tanur custodial death case. Pressure mounted, leading to his temporary reassignment to a training program at Hyderabad’s National Police Academy—a move some saw as a sidestep, others as a chance to regroup. Yet, the real tempest hit in September 2024, when a leaked phone conversation with MLA P.V. Anvar sparked allegations of misconduct, gold smuggling ties, and disparagement of superiors. Suspended amid a media frenzy, Das’s career seemed to teeter on the edge. But six months later, on March 3, 2025, a review committee reinstated him, and by March 25, he was back in action as SP (ICT)—a role that feels tailor-made for his technical acumen and tenacity.
As SP (ICT), Das now oversees Kerala Police’s technological backbone, from cybercrime units to communication networks. Insiders hint his appointment reflects a strategic pivot—tapping his engineering roots to bolster digital policing in an era of rising online threats. Already, he’s reportedly sketching plans for an AI-driven crime prediction tool, a nod to his belief that “technology isn’t just a tool; it’s a force multiplier.” His supporters see this as a phoenix-like rise, while skeptics wonder if lingering inquiries will cast shadows over his ambitions.
Off the beat, Das is a private soul—a marathon enthusiast who once clocked a sub-4-hour finish and a voracious reader of Malayalam poetry. Married to an architect, he’s often spotted sketching blueprints for their dream home, a metaphor perhaps for his knack for rebuilding. His story isn’t flawless; the unresolved departmental probe and past accusations linger like footnotes. Yet, Sujith Das—with his blend of intellect, grit, and quiet charisma—stands as a testament to second chances, ready to script a new chapter in Kerala’s policing saga.