King Charles III’s former head of security has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List after decades spent protecting the Royal Family.
Jagjivan Singh Khangura, known to colleagues and friends as “Jag”, has been appointed a Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO) for services to royalty and specialist protection.
The honour, which is bestowed personally by the King, recognises distinguished personal service to the Sovereign and the Royal Family.
Mr Khangura served as the King’s personal head of security for many years and was a familiar figure at some of the most significant royal events of recent times, including the Coronation and overseas state visits.
Until recently, little was publicly known about the Metropolitan Police inspector, whose role required him to remain largely out of the spotlight while overseeing the monarch’s protection.
His identity emerged earlier this year following his retirement from royal duties. Friends and colleagues gathered at Chelsea Barracks to celebrate the conclusion of his distinguished career, with businessman James Eden describing him as “simply one of the finest people you will ever meet”.
Mr Eden also praised the officer’s dedication and professionalism, describing him as “an absolute hero”.
The King’s Birthday Honours List formally recognises Mr Khangura as an Inspector with the Metropolitan Police Service and awards him the MVO for services to royalty and specialist protection.
The recognition places him among a number of royal household staff and trusted aides honoured by the King this year through the Royal Victorian Order.
Others recognised include Sir Michael Dixon, Head of the Royal Medical Household and the King’s personal physician, who is promoted to Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (KCVO), and David White, Garter Principal King of Arms, who also receives a KCVO.
Leonora, Countess of Lichfield, Lady-in-Waiting to the Princess Royal, is promoted to Dame Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (DCVO), while Annabelle Galletley, Assistant Private Secretary and Lady-in-Waiting to the Duchess of Edinburgh, is appointed a Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (CVO).
