US EditionIPS Rajeev Krishna to Be Uttar Pradesh's New Director General of Police
- Senior IPS officer Rajeev Krishna assumed charge as Uttar Pradesh's Director General of Police at UP Police headquarters on May 31, 2025.
- Krishna succeeded Prashant Kumar, who retired that day, after emerging as front-runner due to his leadership in conducting the police recruitment exams following a paper leak controversy.
- Krishna, a 1991-batch IPS officer and IIT Roorkee alumnus, previously served in roles including DG Vigilance, chairman of the Police Recruitment Board, SSP Lucknow, DIG Lucknow Range, and IG BSF.
- During a formal meeting at the Chief Minister’s official residence in Lucknow, Krishna reaffirmed his commitment to strict crime control, prioritizing the protection of women, and strengthening public safety and law enforcement.
- As the fifth acting DGP since May 2022, Krishna's appointment highlights ongoing administrative indecisiveness, and some political leaders question whether he can remain free from political influence.
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New Leadership at Uttar Pradesh Police: Rajeev Krishna Takes Charge
New Leadership at Uttar Pradesh Police: Rajeev Krishna Takes Charge In a significant leadership transition, Rajeev Krishna has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) for Uttar Pradesh. On Sunday, he met with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence in Lucknow.Krishna, a 1991-batch IPS officer, succeeds Prashant Kumar, who retired the previous day. The meeting was officially documented through the DGP's social medi…
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