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Time of India

Race for state top cop position heats up after Sahoo's new role

Jaipur: The search for Rajasthan's new Director General of Police (DGP) intensified Tuesday following the appointment of DGP Utkal Ranjan Sahoo as chairman of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). Leading the seniority list of potential candidates is Rajeev Kumar Sharma, a 1990-batch IPS officer currently serving as Director General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD). Sharma's extensive portfolio, including significant roles in both the Rajasthan police force and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), makes him a strong contender for the position. His previous experience as DG (Anti-Corruption Bureau) and head of Law and Order in the state further strengthens his candidacy. Ravi Prakash Meharda, another 1990-batch officer and Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), has been given the additional charge as DGP following Sahoo's appointment to RPSC. Even as he is approaching retirement, Meharda's unblemished service record and strong performance keep him in contention for permanent position in the top post. Other prominent candidates include Sanjay Kumar Agrawal (1992 batch), who currently heads the Intelligence wing and previously served as Jaipur Police Commissioner. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sanitize & Smooth Clothes Fast with Philips Steamer Philips Garment Steamers Shop Now Undo Adding to the list is Anand Kumar Srivastava (1994 batch), Director General of the Armed Battalion, whose recent promotion to DG rank (on May 21) has sparked speculation about his potential elevation. Srivastava brings valuable experience from his tenure as ADG (Law and Order) and his five-year stint as Jaipur Police Commissioner, along with IG positions in various regions. The state govt is expected to make its final decision in the coming days based on seniority and merit, considering the crucial nature of this top law enforcement position in Rajasthan.