Cinematic plots frequently portray two brothers joining the state machinery, where one enforces the law in uniform and the other directs governance through administrative authority. A remarkably similar real-life dynamic is currently playing out across the administrative corridors of Uttar Pradesh. Originating from a modest educator family in Punjab, two biological brothers are managing governance and policing across adjacent districts in the state.
The Journey from Medical Practice to Civil Administration
This inspiring trajectory belongs to the family of Amarjeet Sharma from the industrial city of Ludhiana, Punjab. Amarjeet Sharma served as a Punjabi lecturer in a government school, known in his community for personal simplicity and offering free academic guidance to students. The household was managed by his wife, and the home environment consistently prioritised discipline and learning.
Both brothers completed their foundational schooling in Ludhiana before pursuing medical degrees. The elder brother completed a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), while the younger brother earned a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. Despite their clinical credentials, both brothers sought a wider platform for public service, motivating them to prepare for and clear the civil services examination.
Elder Brother Ajay Pal Sharma: Dental Graduate Turned Strict Police Official
Dr. Ajay Pal Sharma is an IPS officer of the 2011 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre. Due to his dental surgery background, he earned the moniker 'Doctor Cop' within police circles. He built a reputation for maintaining a zero-tolerance stance against criminal elements, leading numerous decisive field operations.
During his postings, he played a critical operational role in dismantling the organised crime network linked to mafia figure Atiq Ahmed in Prayagraj. His operational track record led the Election Commission of India to assign him critical security responsibilities in sensitive areas during the West Bengal assembly elections. He currently serves as Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) in the Prayagraj Police Commissionerate.
Younger Brother Amit Pal Sharma: Excellence in Infrastructure and District Governance
The younger sibling, Dr. Amit Pal Sharma, is a 2016 batch IAS officer who completed his MBBS from Baba Farid University. Since entering the administrative service, he has held key responsibilities across multiple districts, serving as the Municipal Commissioner of Meerut, Chief Development Officer (CDO) of Sonbhadra, and in administrative roles in Ghaziabad.
Ahead of the Mahakumbh 2025, he was appointed Vice Chairman of the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA). In that capacity, he demonstrated considerable administrative capability by expediting urban infrastructure projects and establishing crowd management frameworks within tight schedules. He is presently posted as the District Magistrate (DM) of Kaushambi.
Joint Response During the Kaushambi Factory Incident
Geographically, the administrative jurisdictions of Prayagraj and Kaushambi share a continuous border. When a major explosion occurred at a firecracker manufacturing unit in a rural part of Kaushambi, both officers were observed working collaboratively on the ground to manage rescue logistics, medical assistance, and crowd containment.
The coordinated presence of the two brothers during this emergency quickly gained widespread attention across public and administrative platforms. Emerging from a humble background to achieve top ranks in the country's most competitive administrative and police services, while simultaneously serving neighbouring jurisdictions, stands out as a rare and memorable public service milestone.
