Indian fast bowler appointed Bihar DSP under ‘Medal Lao Naukri Pao’ policy | Outside of the News field

India fast bowler Mukesh Kumar on Friday was appointed as a deputy superintendent of police (DSP) by the Bihar government under its ‘Medal Lao Naukri Pao’ policy. He said the initiative would encourage athletes across the state to work harder.Mukesh received his appointment letter from Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary in Patna. Indian pacer Akash Deep has also been appointed as a DSP under the same sports recruitment scheme.Speaking after the ceremony, Mukesh welcomed the policy and said it would encourage young athletes to pursue their sports careers.“I, along with all Biharis, am very happy with this. It will motivate all the athletes who are working hard. Work hard and stay positive,” he was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.The 32-year-old right-arm fast bowler from Gopalganj has represented India in all three formats of international cricket. He also played for Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Bengal in domestic cricket.Mukesh made his Test, ODI and T20I debuts during India’s tour of the West Indies in 2023, becoming one of the few Indian cricketers to debut in all three formats within two weeks.He has also been a key member of the Delhi Capitals attack. Bought for Rs 5.50 crore ahead of IPL 2023, Mukesh finished as the franchise’s joint-highest wicket-taker in the 2024 season with 17 wickets. Delhi Capitals later retained him through Right to Match (RTM) card for Rs 8 crore in the IPL mega auction.According to the Bihar State Sports Authority, the ‘Medal Lao, Naukri Pao’ policy offers direct government employment to athletes who have won medals in national and international competitions. Under the scheme, medal winning athletes are appointed to posts like Deputy Superintendent of Police, Sub-Inspector and Panchayati Raj Officer without appearing for the regular competitive examination.Sharing photos from the event, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said the state government remains committed to identifying sports talent, improving sports infrastructure and giving athletes opportunities to succeed while bringing laurels to Bihar and India.