ECI Appoints Ajay Kumar Singh as Jharkhand’s New DGP Ahead of Elections

Ajay Kumar Singh, a senior IPS officer, has been appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for Jharkhand. His selection comes from a panel of three IPS officers recommended by the State Government, following the Election Commission’s order for the immediate removal of acting DGP Anurag Gupta.

Appointment Approved

• The Election Commission of India (ECI) approved Ajay Kumar Singh’s appointment as Director General of Police (DGP) for Jharkhand.

Selection Process

• Singh, a senior IPS officer, was chosen from a panel of three IPS officers sent by the State Government.
• His selection follows the immediate removal of acting DGP Anurag Gupta, ordered by the ECI.

Reason for Gupta’s Removal

• Anurag Gupta was removed due to a history of election-related misconduct in previous elections, as highlighted by the ECI.

Upcoming Elections

• The ECI announced assembly polls for Jharkhand and Maharashtra last week.
• Elections will be conducted for 81 seats in the Jharkhand Assembly in two phases on November 13 and November 20.
• Vote counting is scheduled for November 23.

Political Context

• The upcoming elections and the appointment of a new DGP are critical for maintaining law and order during the electoral process.

Significance of the Appointment

• The appointment of Ajay Kumar Singh is expected to strengthen the state’s policing and ensure fair conduct during the assembly elections.