Uttar Pradesh Poised to Appoint Permanent DGP as Rajeev Krishna Emerges as Frontrunner
UP’s Wait For Permanent DGP May End Soon, Rajeev Krishna Leads The Race
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Uttar Pradesh may soon appoint a permanent Director General of Police (DGP) as the Supreme Court prepares to hear the matter on May 19. Acting DGP Rajeev Krishna is the leading candidate, with a three-member panel from the Union Public Service Commission expected to recommend him, marking an end to the state's four-year wait for stable police leadership.
- 01Uttar Pradesh has not had a permanent DGP since May 2022.
- 02Rajeev Krishna, the acting DGP, is the frontrunner for the permanent position.
- 03The Union Public Service Commission will send a panel of three candidates to the state government.
- 04The Supreme Court will hear the matter on May 19, 2026.
- 05Rajeev Krishna's potential appointment could provide stability until his retirement in June 2029.
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Uttar Pradesh's long wait for a permanent Director General of Police (DGP) may soon conclude, as the Supreme Court is set to hear the matter on May 19, 2026. Acting DGP Rajeev Krishna has emerged as the leading candidate for the position, with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) expected to send a three-member panel to the state government within the next 15 days. The current contenders include senior IPS officers Renuka Mishra, Piyush Anand, Alok Sharma, and P. C. Meena. Krishna, who has been acting DGP since June 1, 2025, is favored due to his administrative capabilities and proximity to state leadership. The ongoing instability at the top police post has been a concern since May 11, 2022, when Mukul Goel was removed. If appointed, Krishna could serve until June 30, 2029, providing much-needed continuity in Uttar Pradesh's police leadership. The controversy surrounding Renuka Mishra, particularly regarding the 2024 police constable recruitment examination paper leak, has also influenced the selection process. The Supreme Court's upcoming hearing is pivotal for the future of police leadership in the state.
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The appointment of a permanent DGP could lead to improved stability and effectiveness in law enforcement in Uttar Pradesh, addressing long-standing issues in police leadership.
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