Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Nupur Prasad, who led the CBI investigation into actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, has been awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) this year. Ms Prasad recently returned to the Delhi Police after completing her tenure with the CBI. She is currently serving as Joint Commissioner of Police in the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), where she oversees investigations related to financial and economic crimes.
The honour adds another milestone to the career of the 2007-batch AGMUT cadre officer.
IPS officer Nupur Prasad, who led the CBI investigation into Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, has been selected for the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM).
She is among the police personnel recognised this year for distinguished and meritorious service. The award acknowledges contributions in areas such as investigation, crime prevention, public service, law and order, and administration. Ms Prasad has built a reputation for handling complex investigations and leading policing initiatives. During her career, she has served in the Delhi Police, the CBI, Arunachal Pradesh and West Bengal. During her tenure with the agency, Ms Prasad supervised key aspects of the investigation, which involved examining witness statements, forensic evidence and medical records. Career In Delhi Police
Ms Prasad came into the national spotlight during the CBI investigation into the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who was found dead at his Mumbai residence on June 14, 2020. The case was transferred to the CBI in August 2020 following a complaint filed by the actor’s family and a legal dispute over jurisdiction. In 2025, the CBI filed closure reports, stating that its investigation found no evidence of foul play, abetment to suicide or criminal conspiracy in the actor’s death.
