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!Born
|29 May 1981, [[wikipedia:Chennai|Chennai]], [[wikipedia:Tamil Nadu|Tamil Nadu]], [[wikipedia:India|India]]
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!Nationality
|[[wikipedia:Indian|Indian]]
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!Occupation
|[[wikipedia:Entrepreneur|Entrepreneur]], [[wikipedia:Private investigator|Private investigator]], [[wikipedia:Criminologist|Criminologist]]
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!Organization
|SK Detective Bureau of India
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!Website
|[https://www.skdetective.com skdetective.com]
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!Known For
|Founding one of South India's most trusted detective agencies; promoting ethical crime prevention
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'''Dr. M. P. Shivakumar''' (born 29 May 1981) is an [[wikipedia:Businessperson|Indian businessman]], [[wikipedia:Criminology|criminologist]], and [[wikipedia:Private investigator|licensed private investigator]] best known as the founder and director of the '''SK Detective Bureau of India''', a leading investigative agency based in [[wikipedia:Chennai|Chennai]], [[wikipedia:Tamil Nadu|Tamil Nadu]]. He is renowned for his leadership in the Indian [[wikipedia:Private investigation|private investigation]] industry and his contributions to [[wikipedia:Crime prevention|crime prevention]] and investigative training.

==Early Life and Education==
Shivakumar was born in Chennai to M. Pakkirisamy and S. Meenakshi Pakkirisamy. He pursued a master's degree in [[wikipedia:Psychology|Psychology]], which laid the foundation for his career in crime analysis and investigative services.

==Career==
In August 2013, Dr. Shivakumar founded the '''SK Detective Bureau of India''' with the vision of providing trusted and ethical investigative services. The agency, headquartered in Chennai, has expanded its operations to several locations across Tamil Nadu, including Mogappair East, Ambattur, and Mahindra City.

The bureau offers specialized services such as:
* Pre- and post-[[wikipedia:Marriage|matrimonial]] verification
* [[wikipedia:Corporate investigation|Corporate investigations]]
* Tracing of [[wikipedia:Missing persons|missing persons]]
* [[wikipedia:Business consultancy|Business consultation]]

==Ethical Practices and Impact==
Dr. Shivakumar is widely respected for promoting ethical standards and legal compliance in private investigation. His firm runs educational initiatives such as a free internship training program for students pursuing [[wikipedia:Criminology|criminology]] and [[wikipedia:Forensic science|forensic science]], thereby contributing to capacity building in the sector.

==Awards and Recognition==
* '''Industry Leaders Award 2023''' – Most Trusted Detective Agency in South India
* '''India Achievers Award 2023''' – Most Professional and Trusted Detective Agency in Tamil Nadu
* '''Honorary Doctorate (2022)''' – Best Social Worker in Crime Prevention*
* '''Best Detective Agency in Tamil Nadu''', presented by [[wikipedia:Virender Sehwag|Virender Sehwag]]

==Vision==
Dr. Shivakumar envisions national expansion for SK Detective Bureau of India and aims to create a structured framework for investigative services and professional development in India. He encourages young entrepreneurs to focus on ethical practices, legal awareness, and societal betterment.

==Personal Life==
Dr. Shivakumar is married to Kavitha Shivakumar, and they have three children: Shanjana, Harishkrishnaa, and Jithrran Vishal. He has a brother, Dr. M. P. Shankar, and a sister, Mrs. Tamilselvi Vijayanath.