Biting the Bullet: The Untold Story of India’s Top Cop

This is the extraordinary story of Ajai Raj Sharma, one of India’s most fearless and illustrious police chiefs, who dedicated his life to battling crime, corruption, terror, and violence. From chasing down dacoits in the infamous Chambal Valley to taking on politically charged and communally volatile districts in Uttar Pradesh, his journey through the ranks of Indian law enforcement is nothing short of legendary.

Handpicked to lead the Delhi Police during one of the capital’s most challenging times, Sharma also stood at the helm of the world’s largest border force, securing India’s frontiers against constant threats. His career is marked by some of the most defining moments in Indian policing—creating the Special Task Force, eliminating the dreaded Shri Prakash Shukla, uncovering the high-stakes match-fixing scandal, neutralizing ISI terrorist Ghazi Baba, and leading the bold response to the 2001 Parliament attack.

In Biting the Bullet, Sharma takes readers deep into the world of high-stakes law enforcement—encounters, shootouts, terror crackdowns, and critical decision-making under pressure. This gripping memoir is not just a tale of crime-fighting; it offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a police officer who stood on the frontline of India’s battle for law and order. Raw, riveting, and full of real-life action, this is a must-read for anyone who wants to know what it takes to wear the badge and walk the thin line between life and death.