IB Director's Extended Tenure Set to Conclude on June 30

IB Chief Tapan Deka's extended tenure ends June 30. The 1988-batch HP cadre IPS officer's exit marks a leadership transition.

May 19, 2026 - 10:04
May 19, 2026 - 10:07
IB Director's Extended Tenure Set to Conclude on June 30

The extended tenure of Intelligence Bureau (IB) Director Tapan Deka is scheduled to conclude on June 30, marking the end of his additional service period at the helm of India's premier domestic intelligence agency. Deka, a 1988-batch IPS officer belonging to the Himachal Pradesh cadre, has been serving in the top position beyond his original term. His departure will set the stage for a new chapter in the IB's leadership.