Patna: A significant reshuffle is underway in the Bihar Police Department, as three senior IPS officers have been deputed to central government agencies, raising concerns about the depletion of experienced officers in the state. The move has sparked discussion within administrative circles, as it comes amid a trend of over a dozen Bihar IPS officers leaving for central deputation in recent months.
Central Deputation Orders Issued by Ministry of Home Affairs
According to orders from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the officers have been assigned important roles in central security agencies, reflecting their experience and capabilities. The order formalizes their transfer, pending No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the Bihar government.
Officers Being Deputed
The officers set to move include:
- Ashish Bharti (2011 batch, DIG) – Deputed to Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Sapna G. Meshram (2011 batch, DIG) – Also deputed to CRPF; she is the spouse of Ashish Bharti
- Gaurav Mangla (2013 batch, IPS) – Deputed to the Intelligence Bureau (IB)
These postings mark a major change in Bihar Police’s leadership structure, particularly in senior ranks.
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Growing Trend of Officers Moving to Central Agencies
The departure of these officers is part of a larger trend of IPS officers from Bihar seeking central deputation. According to sources, the exodus is far from over. Other prominent officers reportedly in line for central postings include:
- Jitendra Kumar
- Rakesh Rathi
- P. Kannan
This ongoing movement has sparked concerns about capacity gaps in Bihar’s law enforcement leadership, especially at a time when the state is grappling with multiple administrative and security challenges.
Role of Bihar Government in Relieving Officers
Following MHA instructions, the Bihar government is responsible for issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to these officers, formally relieving them of their duties in the state police. This procedural step is essential before officers can assume their central deputation roles.
Implications for Bihar Police
The transfer of senior IPS officers to central agencies is expected to have several implications:
- Experience Gap: Loss of senior officers could impact policy implementation and operational efficiency at the state level.
- Leadership Void: Key positions in Bihar Police will require immediate replacements to maintain continuity.
- Future Deputations: The trend indicates that more IPS officers may soon leave Bihar, potentially reshaping the state’s police leadership structure.
