G Venkataraman (DGP) Height, Age, Wife, Biography
G Venkataraman (DGP) Height, Age, Wife, Biography
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Wife: S. Lakshmidevi
Age: 57 Years
Height: 5' 7"
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession | Politician |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
| Weight (approx.) | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | - Chest: 40 inches - Waist: 32 inches - Biceps: 12 inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Salt & pepper |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | |
| Year of Allotment | 1994 |
| Cadre | Tamil Nadu |
| Awards, Honours, Achievements | • Police Medal for Meritorious Service (PMMS) in 2011 • President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PPM) in 2024  • Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Medal for Best Public Service in 2024 |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 8 May 1968 (Wednesday) |
| Age (as of 2025) | 57 Years |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Educational Qualification | • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics • Master of Arts (MA) in Public Administration • Master of Management Studies in Public Policy (PGPPM) |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | S. Lakshmidevi |
| Money Factor | |
| Assets/Properties | Immovable Property Residential- 2 • Plot in Kanchipuram • 1 BHK in Kanchipuram worth Rs 3.5 crore |
Some Lesser Known Facts About G Venkataraman
G Venkataraman become an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in 1994 from the Tamil Nadu cadre.
On 27 June 2019, he was transferred on promotion as Additional Director General of Police, Cyber Crime Wing, Tamil Nadu Police.
On 17 June 2021, the Tamil Nadu Government created a new post of Officer on Special Duty in the Information Technology Department.
The post was created in the rank of Additional Director General of Police to expedite the implementation of e-governance at the State Secretariat. He was given additional charge of Officer on Special Duty, Information Technology Department.
At that time, he was serving as Additional Director General of Police and heading the Crime Wing of Tamil Nadu Police.
G Venkataraman during an event with other police officials
Earlier, as Inspector General of Police (Administration), he introduced paperless file movement in the DGP office through IT-based systems.
He also formed a specialised team of police officers with expertise in information technology applications to support digital initiatives.
On 1 September 2025, G. Venkataraman was appointed as Tamil Nadu’s new Director General of Police (DGP).
He replaced IPS Shankar Jiwal , who retired on 31 August 2025 after more than thirty-five years of police service.
Venkataraman earlier served as Director General of the Administrative Wing of the Tamil Nadu Police.
The Tamil Nadu Government confirmed his appointment as the 33rd Director General of Police and Head of Police Force of the state.
He has served as Superintendent of Police in Perambalur and Salem districts, and as Deputy Commissioner in Madurai city.
Venkataraman also worked with the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department during his police career.
The Tamil Nadu Government had sent a panel of names to the Union Public Service Commission on 30 August 2025 for the selection of the next DGP.
According to the Supreme Court judgment in the 2006 Prakash Singh case, the post of DGP should be filled only through a UPSC-approved panel.
Former BJP state president K. Annamalai criticised the state government for appointing an acting DGP and alleged violation of Supreme Court guidelines.
He said the government bypassed six senior officers and appointed the ninth-ranked officer as acting DGP for political reasons.
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