What is daya nayak?

Daya Nayak is a former police officer from India who gained fame for his work as a police encounter specialist. He joined the Mumbai Police Force in 1995 and quickly gained a reputation for his fearlessness and effectiveness in dealing with the city's criminal underworld.

Nayak was involved in over 83 police "encounters" during his time in the force, which led to the killing or capture of several high-profile criminals. He was credited with helping to reduce Mumbai's crime rate during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

However, Nayak's career was marred by controversy when he was accused of engaging in corrupt practices and having ties to the criminal underworld himself. In 2006, he was suspended from the force and faced numerous charges, including corruption and involvement in criminal activities.

Nayak's story has been the subject of several books and films, both in India and internationally. Despite his controversial reputation, he remains a polarizing figure in Indian law enforcement history.