Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has announced the appointment of senior IPS officer Sadanand Date as the next Director General of Police (DGP) of the state, marking a significant transition at the top of the police leadership. A 1990-batch officer with a long and varied career, Date will succeed the incumbent DGP Rashmi Shukla, whose extended tenure is scheduled to conclude on January 3, 2026.
The official appointment order has been cleared by the Governor and formally issued by the state Home Department. It has also been published on the Maharashtra government’s official portal, confirming that all constitutional and administrative procedures have been completed. Sadanand Date is expected to formally assume charge in early January, ensuring a smooth handover at the helm of the state police force.
According to the Home Department, Date’s selection was made strictly in accordance with established norms and Supreme Court guidelines. His name was recommended by the Union Public Service Commission’s Empanelment Committee, which evaluates eligible senior IPS officers for top police posts across states. The selection process followed the prescribed merit-based and seniority-driven framework, aimed at insulating such appointments from political interference.
Sadanand Date brings with him extensive experience in both state and central policing roles. Most notably, he served as the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), where he handled several high-profile and sensitive cases linked to national security. His background in counter-terrorism, intelligence coordination, and criminal investigations is expected to shape Maharashtra Police’s approach in the coming years.
With this appointment, Date is likely to enjoy a full two-year tenure, as mandated by the Supreme Court to ensure stability and continuity in police leadership. His term is expected to run until the end of 2027, barring any unforeseen changes. Observers believe his tenure could focus on strengthening internal security, improving coordination between agencies, and addressing urban crime challenges in the state.
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