Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala ADGP and former Excise Commissioner Mahipal Yadav died at a private hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan on Wednesday. Yadav was set to retire from service on August 30. An official farewell function was planned at the police headquarters on Wednesday. He was on treatment for a brain tumour. In May 2025, he was posted as the ADGP, Crimes. Owing to his medical condition, he was on extended leave.

A 1997 batch IPS officer, Yadav had handled high-profile cases like the AgustaWestland VVIP helicopter scandal and the inquiry into Mulayam Singh Yadav’s assets during his CBI stint. A post-graduate in veterinary science, his first posting was at Kayamkulam subdivision as the Assistant Superintendent of Police. 

He is a recipient of the President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service (2013) which was awarded during his deputation with the CBI for his contribution to nationally significant investigations. He also received the President’s Police Medal for distinguished service (Republic Day, 2024) which was conferred in recognition of his long and exemplary service to the nation.

He also served the Inspector General (IG), Internal Security, IG Coastal Police, IG Training, Kerala Police Academy, IG Crimes, IG Kannur range and IG BSF. A condolence meeting will be held at the police headquarters at 4pm on Wednesday.

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