Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: In a fresh move to boost law and order across the state, the Uttar Pradesh government has shifted eight senior police officers. This transfer order, issued late last night, affects key positions in several districts and specialized units. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s administration often makes such changes to bring in new energy and tackle ongoing challenges like crime and security.
The reshuffle includes superintendents of police from important areas like Shamli, Kanpur Dehat, and Shravasti. These districts have seen their share of issues, from border security concerns to rural law enforcement problems. By moving experienced officers around, the government aims to improve efficiency and response times in these spots.
Here’s a breakdown of the key transfers:
Ram Sewak Gautam, a 2013-batch IPS officer who was serving as SP in Shamli, has now been posted as SP at the Police Training School in Moradabad. Arvind Mishra, from the 2015 batch, leaves his role as SP Kanpur Dehat to take charge of the Economic Offences Wing in Lucknow. Ghanshyam, also a 2015-batch officer, moves from SP Shravasti to SP at the Security Headquarters in Lucknow.
Shraddha Narendra Pandey, a 2017-batch officer, steps up from Commandant of the 38th Battalion PAC in Aligarh to become SP Kanpur Dehat. Rahul Bhati, 2018 batch, who was SSP in Lucknow, is now SP Shravasti. Lakhan Singh Yadav, another 2018-batch officer, shifts from Deputy Commissioner of Police in Gautam Buddh Nagar to Commandant of the 38th Battalion PAC in Aligarh.
Narendra Pratap Singh goes from SP/Additional SP in Baghpat to SP Shamli. Dr. Praveen Ranjan Singh sees a lateral transfer within Gautam Buddh Nagar as DCP, which might be to adjust internal team dynamics without a full relocation.
These changes come at a time when Uttar Pradesh is pushing hard on public safety. The state has been dealing with rising cyber crimes, communal tensions in some areas, and the need for better policing in underdeveloped regions. Transfers like these are common in Indian bureaucracy to prevent officers from getting too settled and to promote fairness. They also help in mentoring younger staff and spreading best practices.
Experts say such reshuffles can lead to short-term disruptions, like delays in ongoing investigations, but in the long run, they refresh the system. For instance, bringing in someone like Shraddha Pandey to Kanpur Dehat could mean quicker action on crime. Similarly, Arvind Mishra’s move to the Economic Offences Wing aligns with the government’s focus on economic growth and cracking down on corruption.
Overall, this is part of a broader pattern under the Yogi government, which has made over 100 IPS transfers this year alone to keep the police force agile. As the state prepares for upcoming festivals and local elections, these moves ensure that key posts are filled with capable hands.
