**Haryana Appoints Ajay Singhal as New Director General of Police**
The Haryana government has appointed Ajay Singhal, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the 1992 batch, as the new Director General of Police (DGP). Singhal, who is originally from Rewari district in Haryana, takes over from the former DGP, who retired on Wednesday.
The appointment was made following a recommendation from the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). According to an order issued by Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sumita Misra, Singhal will serve a minimum tenure of two years from the date he assumes charge, with further orders to be determined later.
Prior to this appointment, Singhal was the Director General of the Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau. His extensive experience includes roles as Superintendent of Police, Inspector General of Police, Additional Director General of Police, and Director General of Police. He has also held significant positions within the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence under the Government of India.
Expressing his gratitude after the announcement, Singhal thanked Haryana’s Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, for the trust placed in him. He stated, “With complete loyalty, honesty, and dedication, I will remain committed to further strengthening law and order in the state, ensuring the safety of the public, and making the police force more professional, sensitive, and accountable.”
The Haryana government’s decision followed a meeting of the UPSC empanelment committee, which presented a panel of three IPS officers for the DGP position. This panel included Shatrujeet Kapur (1990 batch), Ajay Singhal (1992 batch), and Alok Mittal (1993 batch). The state government had previously submitted a list of five IPS officers to the UPSC, which included Kapur, Singhal, Mittal, Sanjeev Kumar Jain (1991 batch), and A S Chawla (1993 batch).
Singhal’s appointment comes after Singh was given the additional charge of DGP on October 14, following Shatrujeet Kapur’s leave amid political scrutiny related to the alleged suicide of fellow IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. On December 14, Singh was appointed as the officiating DGP after relieving Kapur of his duties.
In conclusion, Ajay Singhal’s appointment as DGP marks a significant transition in Haryana’s law enforcement leadership, with expectations for enhanced professionalism and public safety under his guidance.
**FAQ**
**Q: Who is the new Director General of Police in Haryana?**
A: Ajay Singhal has been appointed as the new Director General of Police in Haryana, succeeding the former DGP who retired recently.
