Behind The Badge and The Bindi

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, we honour the South Asian women who were told this path wasn’t for them. We carry the weight of tradition and the strength to challenge it. Roots to Routes is a space for the journeys our mothers couldn’t take, and the ones we’re courageously forging now. You belong. You are seen. You are the route forward.

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I speak directly to every South Asian woman listening: this is your reminder—you don’t have to do it all. You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to be proud of yourself, not just for the big wins, but for the quiet, unseen victories that no one else may notice. This one’s for you. You’re doing more than enough, and this episode is your reminder. L...

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I explore the profound responsibility of representation. Walking the streets in uniform as a South Asian woman, I knew I wasn’t just policing—I was shattering stereotypes, breaking barriers, and making space for those who never saw themselves in this role. Every voice deserves to be heard, and every community deserves to feel seen. Policing with t...

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I open up with a deeply personal spoken poetic reflection. I delve into the themes of racism, bullying, and the journey to find the courage to speak out. This episode is dedicated to every woman who has ever felt unseen and to anyone who has ever been told they don't belong.

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I take you back to my early days in the force. From foot patrols in the rain to an unforgettable punch in the stomach, and a comment that still lingers in my mind, these experiences were nothing like training school. This was real policing, and it was just the beginning.

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I reflect on the moment I first held my police uniform—its weight far heavier than just fabric. It carried pride, fear, hope, and the quiet defiance of stepping into a space where South Asian women weren’t always seen. This isn’t just the story of becoming a police officer. It’s about challenging expectations, navigating identity, and finding stre...

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I will be sharing a snippet of the process, from handwritten applications to the three-day interview assessments - this isn’t just my story. It’s a story of breaking norms, finding courage, and stepping into the unknown.

In this episode of Behind the Badge and the Bindi, I open up about what it was really like growing up as a young South Asian girl caught between two worlds. I share how finding the Volunteer Police Cadets gave me the strength to stand tall, feel proud, and be visible in a space where people like me weren’t often seen. From watching The Bill on VHS to marching in my very first cadet parade—this is...

Behind the Badge and the Bindi is a candid and compelling podcast hosted by myself, a South Asian woman in law enforcement. This series explores what it means to serve and protect while carrying the weight of cultural expectations, gender dynamics, and professional duty. Through solo episodes, interviews, and storytelling, Behind the Badge and the Bindi lifts the veil on life in the force from a p...