Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Delhi Police Sees Sudden Leadership Change
On Friday, there was a quick and unexpected change in the leadership of the Delhi Police.
The old commissioner, Satish Golchha, was replaced by Anurag Kumar.
This happened during a tree-planting event.
Usually, such changes are planned in advance, but this time, there was no prior notice.
The new commissioner arrived without the usual ceremonies, like a police band or a special welcome.
After a brief meeting, the old commissioner left, and the new one took over.
It was all done very quickly and without the usual formalities.
Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha was replaced by Anurag Kumar during a tree-planting event.
The transition was abrupt, with no prior notice or ceremonial arrangements.
Anurag Kumar arrived at the headquarters around noon and was received by senior officers.
The ceremonial baton was handed over inside the office, followed by a delayed Guard of Honour.
Satish Golchha was accorded a farewell Guard of Honour before leaving the headquarters.
- Who
- Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha and new Commissioner Anurag Kumar
- What
- Sudden transition of leadership at Delhi Police Headquarters
- When
- Friday, around 10:40 AM
- Where
- Delhi Police Headquarters, Jai Singh Road
- Why
- Government order appointing Anurag Kumar as the new Commissioner
- Outgoing Commissioner
- Satish Golchha
- New Commissioner
- Anurag Kumar
- Appointment Date
- Friday, 10:40 AM
- Location of Event
- Delhi Police Headquarters, Jai Singh Road
- Ceremonial Baton Handed Over
- Yes, inside the office
- Guard of Honour
- Delayed due to lack of prior notice
- Environment Minister Present
- Manjinder Singh Sirsa
- Event Occurrence
- Van Mahotsav plantation drive