The Tamil Nadu government on Thursday appointed Director General of Police (DGP) A Amalraj, a 1996-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, as the new Chennai city police commissioner. The order, issued by Additional Chief Secretary to the state government K Manivasan, took immediate effect.
Key Appointments in Tamil Nadu Police
In a separate reshuffle, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Abhin Dinesh Modak has been transferred to head the Crime Branch Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID), replacing ADGP TS Anbu. Both officers have been directed to assume their new charges without delay.
About the New Commissioner
A Amalraj, a seasoned officer with extensive experience in law enforcement, will now oversee the policing of the state capital. His appointment is expected to bring continuity and strategic leadership to Chennai's police force.
CB-CID Leadership Change
Abhin Dinesh Modak, an ADGP-rank officer, steps into the role of CB-CID chief. The unit handles high-profile criminal investigations, including economic offenses and organized crime. TS Anbu, the outgoing chief, has been relieved of his duties as part of the administrative reshuffle.
These changes come as part of routine administrative adjustments within the Tamil Nadu Police Department. Further details on the officers' new responsibilities are awaited.
