Rajiv Krishna Formally Appointed Regular DGP of Uttar Pradesh

Rajiv Krishna, 1991-batch IPS officer, appointed as regular DGP of Uttar Pradesh after serving as Acting DGP.

Jun 2, 2026 - 11:42
Jun 2, 2026 - 11:57
Rajiv Krishna Formally Appointed Regular DGP of Uttar Pradesh

Rajiv Krishna, a 1991-batch IPS officer, has been formally appointed as the regular Director General of Police (DGP) for Uttar Pradesh, ending his stint as Acting DGP. His elevation to the full-time role underscores the state government's confidence in his leadership of the country's largest police force. The appointment is expected to bring greater administrative certainty to UP's law enforcement establishment.