Rakesh Maria

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Maria, Rakesh (2020). Let me say it now. Chennai: Amazon Westland. ISBN   9789389152067. OCLC   1156076794. [5] [22]

Rohit Shetty in future has plan to make a biopic movie based on Rakesh Maria life from 1985 to 2008 showcasing his policing highlights. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/rohit-shettys-biopic-on-rakesh-maria-casting-challenges-and-upcoming-cop-universe-movie/articleshow/107038482.cms?from=mdr

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Rakesh Maria
38th Police Commissioner of Mumbai
In office
15 February 2014 8 September 2015
Police appointments
Preceded by Police Commissioner of Mumbai
2014 - 2015
Succeeded by