Andhra Pradesh government extends director general of police Harish Kumar Gupta's service by two years
Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh govt has officially appointed senior IPS officer, Harish Kumar Gupta, as the DGP of Andhra Pradesh, for a fixed tenure of two years. This decision comes even as Gupta, a 1992-batch officer, is due to superannuate in August 2025.
Currently serving as DGP since February in full additional charge, Gupta also holds the post of director general, vigilance and enforcement, and ex-officio principal secretary to the govt in the general administration (V&E) department. Despite being on the verge of retirement, the state govt exercised its discretion to extend his service in line with the supreme court guidelines, which allow a fixed two-year term for DGPs recommended by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
The UPSC convened the empanelment committee meeting on April 30 at its office in New Delhi following a formal proposal sent by the state govt. After careful scrutiny, the commission submitted a panel of eligible officers for the top police post. Among the contenders were three other senior IPS officers, but the state govt ultimately selected Gupta based on merit and suitability.
The state govt cleared his appointment after reviewing the UPSC panel and examining the service records of all shortlisted officers.
His appointment is for a fixed period of two years from the date he assumes charge, with conditions under which he may be relieved. These include disciplinary proceedings under AIS (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, conviction in criminal or corruption cases, incapacitation, reassignment with consent, or any other administrative reason recorded in writing.
Gupta's continuation in the role beyond his superannuation marks a rare move, signalling the state's intent to ensure leadership continuity in the police force at a time when the administration is preparing to implement major reforms in law and order, public safety, and enforcement mechanisms.
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