In a major administrative overhaul, the Chandigarh and Punjab administration has announced a significant reshuffle in the police department. This latest round of transfers comes as part of a routine structural change aimed at streamlining law and order and filling key vacancies ahead of upcoming administrative milestones.High-Level IPS Officers Assigned New RolesThe reshuffle includes several senior IPS officers who have been assigned pivotal responsibilities. Most notably, the Punjab government, operating out of Chandigarh, has appointed Dr. Sharad Satya Chauhan as the Special DGP-cum-Chief Director of Vigilance.Additionally, P.K. Sinha (IPS 1994) has been moved from the Vigilance Bureau to serve as OSD/Law & Order in Chandigarh. He is slated to officially take over as Special DGP, Law & Order, following the superannuation of the current incumbent on May 1, 2026.Key Postings in Housing and Jails DepartmentsThe administrative orders also highlighted changes in specialized police divisions:Arun Pal Singh (IPS 1997): Transitioned from ADGP, Jails, to Managing Director of the Punjab Police Housing Corporation.R.K. Jaiswal (IPS 1997): Assigned as ADGP NRI, Punjab, with the additional charge of ADGP Jails, replacing Arun Pal Singh.Gurmeet Singh Chauhan (IPS 2011): Services placed at the disposal of the DGP, Punjab, for future posting proposals.Administrative Impact on Law and OrderThese transfers are seen as a strategic move to strengthen the vigilance and law enforcement machinery in the region. By placing experienced officers in roles related to NRI affairs, jails, and housing, the administration aims to improve transparency and operational efficiency. The timing is particularly crucial as the department prepares for the leadership transition in the Law & Order wing next month.List of Key Transferred OfficersOfficer NameNew Assignment/PostDr. Sharad Satya ChauhanSpecial DGP-cum-Chief Director, VigilanceP.K. SinhaOSD/Law & Order, ChandigarhArun Pal SinghMD, Punjab Police Housing CorporationR.K. JaiswalADGP NRI (with Addl. Charge of ADGP Jails)Gurmeet Singh ChauhanServices with DGP, Punjab
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