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Sadanand Date appointed Maharashtra's new DGP
The Maharashtra government has appointed Sadanand Date as the new Director General of Police (DGP).
He is a senior IPS officer who has served in many important roles, including as the head of the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
He is known for his bravery during the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and has received many awards for his service.
Date will serve as DGP for two years.
He is the most senior IPS officer in Maharashtra after the current DGP retires.
Sadanand Date, a 1990 batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the new DGP of Maharashtra.
He previously served as the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Date is known for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and has received the President’s Police Medal for gallantry.
He will serve as DGP for a two-year term, succeeding Rashmi Shukla who retires on January 3, 2024.
Date has held various significant positions, including Maharashtra ATS chief, DIG in the CBI, and IG (Ops) in the CRPF.
- Who
- Sadanand Date, a 1990 batch IPS officer
- What
- Appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- When
- December 31, 2023
- Why
- To succeed incumbent DGP Rashmi Shukla, who is retiring on January 3, 2024
Supporters
Critics
Appointment Process
Supporters
The appointment follows proper procedures and Supreme Court guidelines, ensuring a fixed two-year tenure.
Critics
Some may question the timing and process, especially given the upcoming retirement of the incumbent DGP.
Key facts
- Name
- Sadanand Date
- Batch
- 1990
- Previous Role
- Director General of NIA
- Appointment Duration
- 2 years
- Age
- 59
- Notable Recognition
- President’s Police Medal for gallantry
- Education
- Doctorate in economic offences from Pune University
- Succession
- Succeeding Rashmi Shukla
Timeline
Maharashtra shuffles cops; 65 moved, 9 in Mumbai.
Then, Sadanand Date transferred to Mumbai.
In response, he's repatriated, eyed for top post.
Date appointed Maharashtra's new DGP.
He succeeds outgoing chief.
Quotes
Julio Ribeiro
Former super cop and Punjab DGP
“Many capable officers have fallen short in upholding justice and truth, ensuring the proper implementation of the law, and treating everyone as equal before the law. But fortunately, we also have some officers who have strictly adhered to their oath to respect the Constitution. Sadanand Date is one such officer.”
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“Sadanand Date is one of the “brightest gems” that the IPS has produced in its 70-year-long history.”
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Atulchandra Kulkarni
Former Special Director of NIA and Sadanand Date's batchmate
“I feel very happy to see a friend becoming the Maharashtra Police chief. This is something which is good for the state. He has shown impeccable integrity and highest level of professionalism when it comes to duty.”
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Sources
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