Bhopal: These men in uniform have talent in abundance. Apart from performing their duties as protectors of people, police officers in state are equally capable of showing their strong biceps as a bodybuider and crooning for the entertainment of others. Meet Ujjain's superintendent of police Sachin Atulkar and ASP (cybercrime), Shailendra Singh Chauhan. While Sachin is a bodybuilding freak, Shailendra is an accomplished. The video that he uploaded on the occasion of rakshabandhan bears ample testimony to his talent as it has received thousands of hits so far, and it's rising every minute. IPS Sachin Atulkar believes that a fit mind only lives in a fit body. "Issues like hypertensions and others often surface after the age of 45. Being a police officer, I think it is always good to be fit. As far as bodybuilding is concerned, it has become my passion," said Atulkar. He does not give more than one hour daily but without any miss. "I think one hour workout is sufficient if it is done honestly," said Atulkar. In 1999, Atulkar had played cricket at the national level. He became IPS officer in 2007 at the age of 22. Despite having in a job where stress is quite high, Sachin has never made any compromise with his workout. "Missing workout out is not in my diary. Wherever I go, I ensure to continue the routine exercise. I think this is the mantra of my fitness," said Atulkar. Recently transferred from Sagar to Ujjain, Atulkar always encourages others to keep fit. "I ask my subordinate to remain fit. I have been organising camps and workshops where people are motivated and tips are given for being fit," said Atulkar. Shailendra, who has a passion for singing, said he has been performing on stage during police functions. "Singing has been my hobby since childhood. I thought Rakshabandhan was the best occasion to upload a video in my voice," said Shailendra. The video was based on famous Bollywood song 'Phoolon ka taaron ka sabka kehna hai, ek hazaroon mein meri behna hai'. In video Shailendra's family members have also acted. About choosing the song, Shailendra said, "I found this song perfect to give my voice to it. I didn't know that people would have give me such a huge response. It has given me the motivation to sing more such songs in the future." Regarding the amount he spends on singing, Shailendra said, "It depends on time I have at hand. I think there is no excuse for a person who wants to achieve something. Same applies to me also."

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Donning different hats, talented IPS officers flaunt brawn and brains - Times of India