Udit Vani, Jamshedpur : Anup Upadhyay, son of DSP Arvind Upadhyay of Jharkhand Police, has secured the 38th rank in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Civil Services Examination 2023, the results of which were officially declared on Friday.
Anup has been selected for the Jharkhand Administrative Service (JAS), continuing his family’s proud legacy in public service.
His father, DSP Arvind Upadhyay, served in the Jharkhand Police force with distinction and an impressive track record.
Arvind was the younger brother of Kanhaiya Upadhyay, former Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Jamshedpur and a highly respected figure in the state’s law enforcement circles.
Speaking to media after the result, Anup expressed deep gratitude towards his family and mentors. “This achievement is a tribute to my father’s dreams and my family’s unwavering support. The spirit of public service runs deep in our blood, and I am proud to take the legacy forward in a new direction,” he said.
The JPSC 2023 results were much awaited and mark a significant milestone in the lives of over 200 successful candidates who have been selected for various state civil services, including Jharkhand Administrative Service, Finance Service, Education Service, and more.
The commission released the final merit list on its official website on Friday.
A Family Rooted in Public Service
The Upadhyay family has long been associated with integrity and commitment in Jharkhand’s administrative and policing framework.
Former DSP Kanhaiya Upadhyay served in multiple key postings across the Kolhan division and is remembered for his firm yet humane approach to policing.
Arvind Upadhyay, had a stellar record in the state police force and was regarded as a people-friendly officer.
Now, Anup’s entry into the Jharkhand Administrative Service is being seen as the next chapter in this enduring legacy.
Background of the JPSC Exam
The Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination 2023 was held to fill vacancies in Group B and C administrative posts under the state government.
The selection process included preliminary exams, mains, and interviews, testing candidates on a wide range of general and state-specific knowledge.
This year, the examination saw participation from thousands of aspirants, with only a select few making it to the final merit list.
Anup Upadhyay’s impressive ranking among the top 40 has drawn praise not only from his hometown of Jamshedpur but also from across the state.
Community Reactions and Congratulations
Local leaders, former police officers, and administrative officials have congratulated Anup on his achievement.
Many recalled his father’s and uncle’s dedicated service to the people of Jharkhand and expressed confidence that Anup would bring the same level of commitment to governance.
The result has sparked celebration in his native locality in Jamshedpur, where neighbours and friends gathered to congratulate the family.
With his JPSC success, Anup Upadhyay reinforces the values of public service that his family has long stood for.
As he prepares to step into his new role as a Jharkhand Administrative Service officer, hopes are high that he will be an efficient, honest, and citizen-centric administrator.
