Uttar Pradesh establishes new DGP appointment rules, ensuring transparency and a two-year tenure.

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved new rules for appointing the Director General of Police (DGP), establishing a selection committee led by a retired high court judge. This bypasses the previous requirement of involving the Union Public Service Commission. The DGP will have a minimum two-year tenure, and candidates must have at least six months of service left. The rules aim to ensure transparency and independence in the selection process, complying with Supreme Court directives.

November 05, 2024
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