Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen, a two-time world champion, has officially taken on the role of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Telangana.

She reported to the Director General of Police, Dr. Jitender, on Wednesday. The DGP announced her appointment through a post on the social media platform X.

“We proudly welcome two-time world boxing champion and Olympic athlete, @nikhat_zareen, as she takes on her new role as Deputy Superintendent of Police (Special Police). Hailing from Nizamabad, she submitted her joining report to me today. Her remarkable achievements inspire Telangana, and we look forward to her continued service to the state. #TelanganaPolice,” the DGP said on X.