Chennai, 22 July (H.S.): The Tamil Nadu government has shortlisted nine IPS officers for the prestigious post of Director General of Police (DGP) as the current DGP, Shankar Jiwal, is set to retire on August 31. Jiwal has been serving as the state's top cop since July 2021. The shortlisted officers are expected to undergo a selection process, following which one of them will be appointed as the next DGP.

According to sources, the shortlisted IPS officers include some of the state's most senior and experienced bureaucrats. The names of the officers are being keenly watched by political observers and police officials alike, given the crucial role the DGP plays in maintaining law and order in the state. The appointment is expected to be made well in advance of Jiwal's retirement to ensure a smooth transition of power.

The TN government typically follows a transparent process for selecting the DGP, considering factors like seniority, service record, and expertise. With several high-profile cases and security challenges in the state, the new DGP will have a tough task ahead. The government is likely to finalize the appointment after scrutinizing the service records and empanelment of the shortlisted officers.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary