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Rajasthan has assigned Ravi Prakash Meharda the additional charge of DGP while he continues leading the Anti-Corruption Bureau. The reshuffle follows Utkal Ranjan Sahoo's appointment as RPSC chairman after his short stint as police chief. Meharda, known for his administrative skills, now faces the dual challenge of tackling corruption and modernizing state policing. Meanwhile, Sahoo's RPSC role concludes a 10-month vacancy in the recruitment body.

Key Points: Ravi Prakash Meharda Gets Additional Charge as Rajasthan DGP

  • Meharda is a 1990-batch IPS officer with ACB experience
  • Sahoo moves to RPSC after brief DGP tenure
  • Meharda to oversee law enforcement modernization
  • Rajasthan fills key vacancies in police and RPSC
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Rajasthan: Ravi Prakash Meharda DG-ACB gets addl charge as DGP

Rajasthan appoints Ravi Prakash Meharda as DGP in addition to his ACB role following Utkal Ranjan Sahoo's RPSC appointment.

"Dr Ravi Prakash will hold charge of the post of Director General of Police, Rajasthan, in addition to his own duties till further orders. – Rajasthan Government Order"

Jaipur, June 10

Ravi Prakash Meharda, Director General, Anti Corruption Bureau, has been given additional charge of Rajasthan DGP on Tuesday as former DGP Utkal Ranjan Sahoo has been appointed as RPSC chairman, an official said.

As per a government order: "Dr Ravi Prakash will hold charge of the post of Director General of Police, Rajasthan, in addition to his own duties till further orders."

The order has been signed by Kanishal Kataria, joint secretary to Rajasthan government.

Ravi Prakash Meharda is a 1990-batch IPS officer, who has been given the additional charge of Director General of Police (DGP) in Rajasthan.

Known for his sharp administrative acumen, Meharada has previously served as IG of Kota and DIG in the CRPF.

He is currently serving as the Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Rajasthan.

With this new responsibility, Dr. Meharda now shoulders the crucial task of overseeing law and order, crime control, and the modernisation of the police force across the state.

Notably, earlier this month, IPS officer Anand Srivastava was promoted to the Director General cadre.

This promotion filled a vacancy created by the retirement of Hemant Priyadarshi. Rajasthan former Director General of Police (DGP) Utkal Ranjan Sahoo was appointed as the new Chairman of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) on Tuesday. The official order was issued by Governor Haribhau Bagde.

With this appointment, the post of DGP in Rajasthan had fallen vacant. U.R. Sahoo, a 1988 batch IPS officer from Odisha, is known for his integrity and clean image.

He took over as the DGP of Rajasthan on February 11, 2024, and has now been given a new administrative role. The RPSC chairman’s post had been vacant since August 1, 2024, following the end of Sanjay Shrotriya’s tenure.

Since then, Kailashchand Meena, a commission member, has been serving as the acting chairman. After a gap of 10 months, a full-time chairman has finally been appointed. As per rules, the RPSC chairman can serve until the age of 62.

Born on June 20, 1964, U.R. Sahoo is currently 61 and will hold the post for about one year, until June 2026.

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Amit K.
Good move by Rajasthan government! Meharda ji has proven his capabilities in ACB. Hope he brings the same efficiency to DGP role. Corruption-free policing is what our state needs 👏
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Priya M.
Interesting to see two major appointments happening together. Sahoo sahab's transfer to RPSC shows his administrative versatility. But hope this doesn't affect police reforms that were underway.
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Rahul S.
As someone from Kota, I remember Meharda sir's tenure as IG. He was strict but fair. Just hope the additional charge doesn't spread him too thin - both ACB and DGP roles need full attention.
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Sunita J.
Why does RPSC chairman post remain vacant for 10 months? Such important positions should have timely appointments. At least now we have experienced Sahoo ji leading it. Hope he streamlines the recruitment process.
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Vikram P.
Meharda sir's CRPF experience will be valuable for border districts like Jaisalmer and Barmer. But government should soon appoint full-time DGP - additional charges affect long-term planning.
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Neha T.
Both officers have good reputations. Hope they maintain their independence in these new roles. Rajasthan needs strong institutions, not just strong individuals. All the best to both! 🙏

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