IPS officer Karthik Reddy takes over as Bengaluru's new traffic police chief. 5 facts you need to know about him

Meet Bengaluru's new traffic police chief, IPS officer Karthik Reddy, who assumed the role on July 15, succeeding M N Anucheth.

Published on: Jul 17, 2025, 12:09:18 IST

By Yamini C S, Bengaluru

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As Bengaluru grapples with worsening traffic jams and a soaring vehicle count, a new face has stepped up to steer the city through its mobility issues. IPS officer Karthik Reddy, recently appointed as the Deputy Inspector General & Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, for Bengaluru, took charge as MN Anucheth, his predecessor, stepped down.

Reddy’s transfer from the State Police Headquarters to the city’s traffic command has raised expectations, with many hoping his tech background and policing experience can bring much-needed change.

Here are 5 things you should know about Bengaluru’s new traffic police chief:

1. He’s a 2011-batch IPS officer with deep roots in Karnataka

Born on August 2, 1985, in Anekal Taluk, Karthik Reddy is a homegrown officer who has steadily climbed the ranks of the Karnataka police force. His familiarity with local issues and people gives him a unique edge in understanding the city’s mobility challenges.

2. He holds a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering

Before joining the police service, Reddy completed his engineering at the prestigious RV College of Engineering between 2003 and 2007. His technical education is seen as an asset in an era when smart traffic management relies heavily on data and technology.

3. He cracked the Civil Services Exam with rank 110

Reddy entered the Indian Police Service after securing an impressive rank of 110 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination.

4. He’s worn many hats across Karnataka’s police force

From serving as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) during his probation to holding the role of Superintendent of Police in Bijapur and Tumkur, Reddy has handled both rural and urban policing duties. His most recent roles included SP, Ramanagara and SP, Wireless, Bengaluru, before being elevated to the rank of DIGP.

5. He’s one of Karnataka’s youngest senior police officers

At 31, Reddy had already become one of the youngest Superintendents of Police in the state. Now, as he takes the reins of Bengaluru’s traffic division, citizens and officials alike are hopeful that his youth, energy, and modern approach will lead to innovative solutions for the city’s infamous traffic snarls.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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