New inspector general of police

You're referring to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in India!

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) is the second-highest rank in the Indian Police Service (IPS) and is responsible for overseeing the functioning of the police force in a state or a region. The IGP is appointed by the Government of India and is responsible for maintaining law and order, preventing and investigating crimes, and ensuring the safety and security of citizens.

Here are some key responsibilities of the IGP:

  1. Overseeing police operations: The IGP is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising police operations in their jurisdiction.
  2. Maintaining law and order: The IGP ensures that the police force maintains law and order, prevents and investigates crimes, and takes necessary action to prevent and control riots, protests, and other disturbances.
  3. Supervising police stations: The IGP is responsible for supervising police stations, including the allocation of resources, personnel, and equipment.
  4. Coordinating with other agencies: The IGP works closely with other law enforcement agencies, such as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Intelligence Bureau (IB), and the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), to combat organized crime and terrorism.
  5. Implementing police reforms: The IGP plays a key role in implementing police reforms, including the modernization of police equipment, training, and infrastructure.

Some notable IGPs in Indian history include:

  1. K. F. Rustom (1933-1935): Considered one of the most influential IGPs in Indian history, Rustom played a key role in shaping the Indian Police Service.
  2. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (1947-1949): Patel, a prominent Indian independence activist, served as the IGP of Bombay State and played a key role in maintaining law and order during the transition to independence.
  3. K. P. S. Gill (1984-1987): Gill, a renowned IPS officer, served as the IGP of Punjab and played a key role in combating terrorism and organized crime in the state.

The current IGP of India is General K. L. Narayanachari, who took office in 2020.