Meet M Udaya Krishna Reddy: Once Humiliated as a Constable, Now an IPS Officer

M Udaya Krishna Reddy

Life often tests us with hardships, but those who refuse to give up turn their struggles into success. M. Udaya Krishna Reddy's journey from a small village in Andhra Pradesh to the prestigious Indian Police Service (IPS) is proof that with determination, even the toughest challenges can be overcome.

Born in Ullapalem village, Prakasam district, Udaya Krishna grew up in poverty. Tragedy struck early when he lost both his parents. His grandmother, Ramanamma, became his pillar of strength, selling vegetables to support his education. His uncle, Koti Reddy, guided him like a father.

Studying in a Telugu-medium government school, Udaya faced many difficulties, but he never let his circumstances define his future.

In 2013, Udaya joined the police force as a constable. While serving at Gudluru and Ramayapatnam Marine police stations, an incident changed his life. A senior officer humiliated him, questioning his abilities. Instead of breaking down, Udaya channeled that pain into a powerful goal that he would become an IPS officer himself.

In 2018, he resigned from his job to prepare for the Civil Services Exam full-time. Failure didn’t discourage him—he faced three unsuccessful attempts before securing AIR 780 in his fourth attempt, joining the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS).

But his dream was IPS.

While undergoing IRMS training, he prepared again and this time, he achieved AIR 350, finally earning his place in the IPS.

Udaya Krishna Reddy's story teaches us that success is not about where you start, it's about how hard you're willing to fight. From a constable to an IPS officer, his journey proves that with passion, determination and purpose, no dream is too big.