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Centre Appoints Anand Swaroop, Anupama Nilekar to Key Security & NHRC Posts

The Central government has appointed senior IPS officers Anand Swaroop and Anupama Nilekar Chandra to key positions. Swaroop will serve as Special Secretary (Internal Security) in the MHA, succeeding Praveen Vashista. Nilekar Chandra has been appointed as the Director General (Investigation) in the NHRC. These appointments were approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Key Points: Anand Swaroop, Anupama Nilekar Appointed to MHA, NHRC Roles

  • Key MHA appointment for internal security
  • NHRC gets new investigation chief
  • ACC chaired by PM Modi approved posts
  • Officers from UP and Bihar cadres
  • Tenures extend to 2029 and 2031
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Centre appoints Anand Swaroop as Special Secretary (Internal Security); Anupama Nilekar named NHRC DG (Investigation)

Centre appoints IPS officers Anand Swaroop as Special Secretary (Internal Security) and Anupama Nilekar Chandra as NHRC DG (Investigation).

"The appointments were officially announced through an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) late on Thursday evening."

New Delhi, January 9

The Central government has appointed senior Indian Police Service officers Anand Swaroop and Anupama Nilekar Chandra to key posts in the Ministry of Home Affairs and the National Human Rights Commission, respectively.

Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved these appointments following a proposal from the Ministry of Home Affairs. The appointments were officially announced through an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) late on Thursday evening.

Swaroop, a 1992-batch Uttar Pradesh cadre IPS officer, presently serving as Director General (Investigation) in the NHRC, has been appointed as Special Secretary (Internal Security) in the Ministry of Home Affairs. He will assume charge of the post from the date of joining and will serve till August 31, 2029, his date of superannuation, or until further orders.

Swaroop will take over the reins from incumbent Praveen Vashista, a 1991-batch Bihar cadre IPS officer, who has been serving in the role since October 2024.

With a strong track record in policing and administration, Swaroop has earlier worked in key posts. Before being appointed as DG (Investigation) NHRC, Swaroop was posted as Director General of Police (DGP) Headquarters in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

In a related decision, the ACC also cleared the appointment of Anupama Nilekar Chandra, a 1994-batch Bihar cadre IPS officer, as Director General (Investigation) in the NHRC. She is currently posted as Special Director General in the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).

Her appointment to the post will be effective from the date of assumption of charge and will continue till March 31, 2031, or until further orders.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Anupama Nilekar's appointment to NHRC is a positive step. Having a woman IPS officer leading investigations can bring a more sensitive approach to human rights cases, especially those involving women and children. Wishing her the best.
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Siddharth J
While I respect the officers' credentials, I hope these appointments are purely merit-based and not influenced by any other considerations. The NHRC needs to be absolutely independent and fearless in its functioning.
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Aman W
SSB to NHRC is an interesting shift for Smt. Nilekar. Her border security experience might give her a unique perspective on human rights issues in border areas. Hope she strengthens the investigation wing.
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Kavya N
These are crucial posts. Internal Security Secretary handles very sensitive matters. Praying that Shri Swaroop's tenure brings greater coordination between central and state agencies to keep our nation safe. 🇮🇳
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Varun X
The article mentions a strong track record, but it would be helpful for transparency if some specific achievements of these officers were highlighted. Citizens have a right to know the caliber of people appointed to such high offices.

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