“Ennaku Innoru Mugam Irruku” is a deeply reflective collection of poems that unveils the unseen layers of human emotion, identity, and lived experience. Drawing from the author’s real-life encounters and introspective journey, each poem captures moments that are both intensely personal and universally relatable.

V. Balakrishnan, an IPS officer, presents a rare fusion of discipline and sensitivity, offering readers a glimpse into the emotional undercurrents that often remain unspoken. His verses explore themes of resilience, inner conflict, compassion, and the silent struggles behind public roles.

This collection is not merely poetry—it is a mirror to the hidden self, reminding us that every individual carries multiple faces shaped by life’s realities. Honest, poignant, and thought-provoking, the book resonates with anyone who has ever paused to reflect on the deeper truths of their own existence.

On a sabbatical from his service as a police officer to finish his M.A. in Human Rights at the University College, London, IPS officer Balakrishnan found himself pondering how the present day Indian police compared with their British counterparts. Both forces had been born in London. What was their core philosophy and functioning style? How did they react to similar situations? What were their work conditions and professional challenges? How did the public perceive their actions? Drawing from his experiences as a visiting student as well as his years as a police officer, Balakrishnan asks and answers questions that give him an insight into policing in a shrinking world with expanding networks.