After a gap of nearly two years, Tamil Nadu has a regular director-general of police (DGP) as Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal assumed charge on Wednesday. He was formally repatriated from central deputation with the Border Security Force (BSF) through a notification by the Union government.
Immediate Priorities
Immediately after taking charge, Aggarwal stated that the state police would focus on ensuring the safety of women and children, strengthening action against narcotics offences, and maintaining law and order across Tamil Nadu. He appealed to the public to cooperate with police in maintaining peace and public order.
Career Background
Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, a 1994-batch IPS officer of the Tamil Nadu cadre, was serving as special director general of the Border Security Force on central deputation. His return followed the approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, which cleared a proposal from the Ministry of Home Affairs for his immediate repatriation to the Tamil Nadu cadre.
Aggarwal has held diverse assignments in both state policing and central paramilitary administration. His appointment places him at the helm of Tamil Nadu Police at a time when the department is focusing on crime prevention, anti-drug enforcement, and public safety.
Related Transfers
Meanwhile, the incumbent DGP, Sandeep Rai Rathore, was posted as director-general of prisons and correctional services. He succeeded additional director-general of police K Shankar, who has been moved to the Enforcement Bureau-CID as its ADGP. The transfer orders took immediate effect, and the officers concerned were directed to assume charge of their new assignments.
This development marks a significant administrative change in Tamil Nadu's police leadership, with Aggarwal expected to bring his extensive experience to address key challenges in the state.
