Shaping a Stronger India Through the Strength of Identity – by Author Pawan Kumar

In Dear, The People, IPS officer Pawan Kumar offers a visionary yet practical pathway to make governance more efficient, transparent, and citizen-friendly. Drawing on more than fifteen years of distinguished service in policing and public administration, he shows how identity verification is the cornerstone of progress—from protecting children and preventing cybercrime to stopping financial fraud and ensuring that welfare benefits reach the right people.

At the heart of the book is the innovative idea of a Master Agency—Spectra: The Sentinel Commission, designed to securely establish and protect every kind of identity: individual, institutional, economic, and digital. Real-world examples of large-scale scams, counterfeit goods, and online crime illustrate the importance of a unified, trusted system for identity management.

Dear, The People is a call to citizens, institutions, and leaders to work together for a safer and more prosperous future. With optimism and deep respect for existing democratic frameworks, Author Pawan Kumar presents a roadmap that strengthens governance while empowering every individual to be an active participant in national development.

An inspiring blueprint for inclusive growth and sustainable nation-building—where the power of verified identity supports a stronger, better India.

1. Could you give us a concise summary of your book and explain how it tackles some of today’s most pressing global issues?

The core idea of my book is the establishment and verification of all identities that define our lives. These include not just our individual identity, but also the identities of properties, mobile numbers, bank accounts, social media accounts, products, institutions, companies, businesses, and even activities—each of which is a unique identity linked to us.

Identity is at the heart of everything.
It underpins good governance, efficient citizen services, democratic integrity, crime prevention, and economic transparency. From tracing missing persons and preventing human trafficking, to curbing corruption, stopping fake products, or enabling sustainable development—identity is the central key.

Today, thousands of children remain missing simply because our systems of identity establishment and matching are incomplete. Millions of citizens fall victim to cybercriminals exploiting fake identities, fraudulent phone numbers, and bogus social media accounts. Billions are lost through scams involving shell companies. A massive illegal economy thrives on counterfeit products and unverified businesses. Criminals prosper by hiding behind false sources of income.

Through this book, I have tried to conceptualize a sustainable governance model where every unique identity—human, institutional, or economic—is verifiable and protected. By doing so, we can build a system that not only strengthens governance but also creates the foundation for inclusive, transparent, and sustainable development.

2. What motivated you to write this book, and what personal expertise or professional background do you draw upon in exploring the topic?

For most of my life, I have been working with people in distress—individuals and families seeking justice, safety, and fairness. We all have witnessed troubling headlines: children going missing, counterfeit products harming consumers, organized crime and gangsters, large-scale scams looting resources, the spread of narcotics, and the ever-growing menace of cybercrime. These are not isolated incidents but interconnected challenges affecting millions of lives.

My deep interest in these issues led me to study, research, and reflect on them in depth. At the same time, my role as an IPS officer gave me the unique opportunity to closely observe how systems work—and where they fail. I could see both the struggles of citizens and the limitations of existing mechanisms.

This combination of personal engagement, professional exposure, and the urge to find lasting solutions inspired me to write this book. It is my attempt to move beyond temporary fixes and to conceptualize a permanent, systemic model that addresses these challenges at their root.

3. What key lessons or transformative insights do you hope readers will take away after reading your book?

Every individual and family is a part of the larger system we live in—and each one of us is affected by how well or poorly that system functions. Who would not wish for an ideal system in their country, one that protects, empowers, and supports its citizens?

The problems I highlight in my book are not abstract—they are real, everyday challenges that touch all of us. Some people face them directly, while others may not yet realize how vulnerable they are to the same issues.

The key takeaway for readers is this: an ideal system is not just a dream—it is possible. My book presents a practical vision of how such a system can be designed and sustained.

4. Can you share any compelling real-life examples or case studies from the book that illustrate the principles you’ve outlined?

There are numerous real-world examples that demonstrate the urgency of the issues I discuss in my book.

Take the tragic reality of missing children—once they are moved to a new place where their identities are neither established nor linked, tracing them becomes almost impossible. This gap in identity verification leaves countless families without answers.

In another case, a GST scam worth over ₹15,000 crore was orchestrated by criminals who registered fake companies using forged documents. Such frauds not only drain public resources but also expose the weaknesses in our verification systems.

Similarly, in the last few years, more than 60 lakh online complaints have been lodged against cybercriminals—most of them exploiting fake identities, fraudulent accounts, or anonymous digital footprints.

Even in welfare programs, we have seen reports of public money being siphoned off through ghost beneficiaries and forged identities, depriving the most deserving citizens of their rightful support.

These cases reflect a single underlying truth: without a robust system of establishing and verifying identities, governance, justice, and development all remain partially successful.

5. What lasting value do you want readers to gain from your work, and how do you see it positively influencing their daily lives?

Every individual and family is deeply connected to the system of our country. Through this book, I hope readers will come to understand that an ideal system is not just a distant dream—it is achievable.

They will see how the challenges we face—whether missing children, corruption, scams, or governance—are linked to all of us. More importantly, they will recognize that each of us has a role in shaping solutions.

My vision is that readers not only gain awareness but also feel a sense of inclusion and empowerment—that they are active participants in building the better system I have conceptualized. In doing so, they can help create a country that is safer, fairer, and more sustainable for every citizen.

6. In a world that’s constantly evolving, how does your book maintain its relevance and offer guidance for the future?

This book will remain relevant as long as we continue striving for a perfect and ideal system of governance—and even after achieving it, to ensure it stays that way. While data, figures, and examples may evolve with time, the core idea of establishing and verifying identities as the foundation of governance will always remain constant. That is why the book is not just timely, but also timeless in its vision.

Take the first step toward a stronger, more transparent future—buy it on Amazon today and be part of the change!