UP Government Approves New Rules for DGP Appointment

The policy establishes a minimum two-year tenure and a transparent selection process for the state's police chief.

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved new rules for appointing the Director General of Police (DGP), ensuring a minimum tenure of two years.
A nomination committee, led by a retired High Court judge, will oversee the selection process to minimize political influence.
Candidates must have at least six months of service left and be serving at the DGP level in Pay Matrix Level 16.
The state government retains the authority to remove a DGP before the end of their tenure if involved in criminal activities or found incompetent.
The new rules aim to end the controversy of temporary DGP appointments and comply with the Supreme Court's directives on police reforms.