New Delhi: Senior IPS officer Love Kumar will continue to serve as Inspector General (IG) in the Special Protection Group for another year, as the Centre has approved an extension of his tenure at the IG level.
The decision, cleared by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, follows a proposal from the Office of Secretary (Security) under the Cabinet Secretariat. The order was issued by the Department of Personnel and Training on April 22, 2026.
Third Year at IG Rank in SPG
Mr Kumar has been serving in the SPG since April 2024. Initially, his posting was facilitated by temporarily upgrading his Deputy Inspector General (DIG)-level post to Inspector General (IG) rank for a period of two years.
With the latest approval, this arrangement has been extended by another year beyond April 4, 2026, marking the third consecutive year of his service at the IG level.
Post Continues as Temporary Upgradation
The extension maintains the temporary upgradation of the DIG post (Level-13A) to IG level (Level-14), indicating that the position remains non-permanent in nature. Such arrangements are typically made to meet operational requirements in specialized security organisations.
Career Profile of Love Kumar
Born on April 30, 1978, Love Kumar is a 2004-batch IPS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre. He hails from Jyotibaphulleynagar district in Uttar Pradesh and holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree.
Key Roles in Police Service
Over the years, he has held several important positions:
- SPG Role: Served as DIG before being elevated to IG level in the SPG
- UP Police Assignments: Worked as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Noida (Gautam Budh Nagar) and other sensitive districts
- Law & Order Expertise: Known for handling challenging assignments with efficiency
Reputation and Leadership Style
Love Kumar is widely regarded as a “no-nonsense” officer, known for his disciplined approach, soft-spoken demeanor, and people-friendly policing style. His experience across field policing and elite security assignments has contributed to his strong professional reputation.
Role of SPG
The Special Protection Group is an elite force responsible for providing proximate security to the Prime Minister of India and other designated protectees. Officers posted in the SPG are selected based on their experience, service record, and operational capabilities.
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