Hyderabad: In a significant administrative development, senior IPS officer C V Anand (IPS:1991:TG) is set to be appointed as the next Director General of Police (DGP) of Telangana, marking the end of a prolonged phase of interim leadership in the state police.
The transition comes as incumbent DGP B Shivadhar Reddy (IPS:1994:TG) is scheduled to retire on April 30, 2026. Official sources indicate that Anand is likely to assume charge in the first week of May.
Administrative Signals Clear Path for Elevation
Anand’s elevation to the top police post has been strongly indicated by recent bureaucratic reshuffles. The state government has already appointed Shikha Goel (IPS:1994:TG) as his successor in the Home Department, where she currently serves as Principal Secretary.
This move is widely seen as clearing the path for Anand’s appointment as the head of the Telangana Police.
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Supreme Court Push and UPSC Process
The process to appoint a regular DGP gained momentum after the Supreme Court of India pulled up the Telangana government for continuing with an acting DGP and directed the completion of the appointment process within four weeks.
Following this directive:
- The state government submitted a list of six senior IPS officers to the Union Public Service Commission
- The UPSC empanelment committee met in Delhi on March 11
- A panel of three officers was shortlisted based on seniority, service record, and tenure
Shortlisted Officers
- C V Anand (IPS:1991:TG) – Special Chief Secretary (Home)
- Vinayak Prabhakar Apte (IPS:1994:TG) – Special Director, Intelligence Bureau
- Soumya Mishra (IPS:1994:TG) – Director General of Prisons
The final decision rested with the state government, which appears to have chosen the senior-most officer, CV Anand.
Who Is CV Anand?
C V Anand is a highly decorated and experienced IPS officer known for his leadership in policing, anti-corruption work, and administrative reforms.
Early Life and Education
- Born: June 5, 1968, in Ranga Reddy district, Telangana
- Schooling: The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet
Higher Education:
- Bachelor’s from Nizam College
- M.A. (Economics) with gold medal from Osmania University
- Cleared Civil Services Examination in 1990 (Rank 147) in his first attempt
Interestingly, Anand was also a cricketer, having represented the India Under-19 team and Hyderabad at U-19 and U-22 levels.
Distinguished Police Career
Anand’s career spans over three decades, with extensive experience across field policing, intelligence, and administration.
Early Career
- Began as Additional SP in Warangal and Adilabad
- Served as SP in Nizamabad and Krishna districts, tackling Naxalite insurgency and modernising policing
Key Roles and Achievements
- Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad (served twice)
- Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad
- Director General, Anti-Corruption Bureau
- Inspector General, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Director, National Industrial Security Academy
He also served as:
- Director General (Vigilance & Enforcement)
- Special Chief Secretary (Home), Government of Telangana (current role)
Innovations and Impact
CV Anand is credited with several reforms and innovations:
- Introduction of e-challan systems, speed guns, and traffic technology
- Creation of Lake Police to reduce suicides around Hussain Sagar
- Launch of Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW)
- Strengthening women’s safety initiatives like SHE Teams and SHE Shuttle services
- Reorganisation of Hyderabad Police after three decades
His tenure also saw the establishment of the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Hyderabad.
Awards and Recognition
Anand has received multiple honours, including:
- Police Medal for Gallantry (2002)
- Police Medal for Meritorious Service (2007)
- President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service (2017)
He and the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing also secured top honours at the World Police Summit 2025 for anti-narcotics excellence.
Personal Life
Anand is married to Lalitha Anand, a former professor with a Ph.D. in corporate finance. His son, Chama Milind, is a professional cricketer who has represented Hyderabad and played in the Indian Premier League.
What Lies Ahead
With CV Anand’s likely appointment, Telangana is expected to finally have a regular DGP after a prolonged delay, bringing stability to the state’s police leadership.
His vast experience across policing, governance, and anti-corruption domains is expected to shape law enforcement strategies in the state, especially at a time when institutional reforms and accountability remain key priorities.
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