Anurag Kumar, a 1994-batch IPS officer, is appointed as the next Commissioner of Delhi Police, replacing Satish Golchha (also spelled Golcha/Golchha in some reports). Satish Golchha took charge as police commissioner in August last year and is directed to report to the Lieutenant Governor for his next assignment. Multiple outlets report that the transition takes effect when Kumar assumes the top post. Kumar is currently serving as Special Director in India’s Intelligence Bureau (IB), an intelligence agency under the central government. He previously worked in the intelligence apparatus and is described across sources as an “intel veteran” or intelligence-related senior official. Reports also mention that Kumar will prioritize anti-corruption measures, including “zero tolerance” for corruption within the police force, though details of implementation are not specified. Sources further note that this appointment follows a period of frequent leadership changes, with Kumar becoming the fourth Delhi Police commissioner in about the last year. While the articles differ slightly in wording and emphasis, they consistently identify both the appointee, the outgoing commissioner, and the role Kumar currently holds in the IB.
Anurag Kumar appointed Delhi Police Commissioner, replacing Satish Golchha
Anurag Kumar, a 1994-batch IPS officer, is appointed as the next Commissioner of Delhi Police, replacing Satish Golchha (also spelled Golcha/Golchha in some reports). Satish Golchha took charge as pol...
- Anurag Kumar, a 1994-batch IPS officer, is appointed as Delhi Police Commissioner.
- He replaces Satish Golchha, who has served as Delhi Police Commissioner since August last year.
- Kumar is currently Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB).
- Golchha is directed to report to the Lieutenant Governor for his next assignment.
- The change is effective when Kumar assumes charge as commissioner.
Anurag Kumar, an intelligence veteran, was appointed Delhi Police commissioner on Friday. He replaced Satish Golchha, who was unaware of the impending reshuffle. Kumar, known for his analytical mind, urged zero tolerance for corruption within the force. Golchha, who was to complete a year, awaits his next posting. Kumar is the fourth police chief Delhi has seen in the last year.
1 month agoFormer IB Special Director Anurag Kumar takes charge as Delhi Police Commissioner, replacing Satish Golcha. The 1994-batch IPS officer brings nearly 32 years of policing and intelligence experience, with expertise in national security and counter-terrorism.
1 month agoAnurag Kumar was decorated with the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service in 2016.
1 month agoAnurag Kumar, an IPS officer, has been appointed the new Delhi Police commissioner. He succeeds Satish Golcha, who will report to the lieutenant governor. Kumar previously served as Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau. The Ministry of Home Affairs issued the appointment order on Friday. He assumes charge with immediate effect until further orders.
1 month agoEarlier, Anurag Kumar served as a Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country's premier intelligence agency.
1 month agoEarlier, Anurag Kumar served as a Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country's premier intelligence agency.
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