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End of an Era: BSF Bids Farewell to IPS Daljit Singh Chaudhary After 34 Years of Service – A Look at His Remarkable Career

A heartfelt farewell honors Mr. Daljit Singh Chaudhary’s impactful 34-year IPS career and contributions to India’s border security leadership
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Mr. Daljit Singh Chaudhary, a highly revered IPS officer of the 1990 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, received a heartfelt farewell from Border Security Force personnel as he approaches the completion of his remarkable service tenure. His leadership, marked by strategic reforms and operational excellence, has significantly strengthened India’s border management and internal security mechanisms. The warm send-off reflects the deep respect he earned across forces during his more than three-decade-long service.

Also Read: Praveen Kumar, DG ITBP, Given Additional Charge of BSF Chief After Daljit Singh Chaudhary’s Retirement

A Strategic Appointment in Challenging Times

On August 3, 2024, the central government appointed Mr. Daljit Singh Chaudhary as the Director General of the Border Security Force at a critical juncture. The decision came amid heightened terrorist activities along the India-Pakistan border in the Jammu region, where security forces and civilians had suffered casualties. His appointment followed the transfer of Mr. Nitin Agarwal to the Kerala cadre, signaling the government’s intent to reinforce BSF’s leadership to counter emerging cross-border threats effectively.

Senior IPS officer Praveen Kumar (1993 batch, West Bengal cadre), currently serving as Director General of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), has already been assigned the additional charge of DG, BSF.

Understanding the Vital Role of BSF

The Border Security Force remains India’s first line of defence along the borders with Pakistan in the west and Bangladesh in the east. The force shoulders the crucial responsibility of preventing infiltration, halting smuggling, and safeguarding national sovereignty. Under Mr. Chaudhary’s stewardship, BSF continued to modernize surveillance, enhance preparedness, and strengthen coordinated operations, ensuring robust border security.

Who Is Mr. Daljit Singh Chaudhary?

Mr. Chaudhary, born on November 25, 1965, in Delhi, has earned a reputation as one of the most dynamic IPS officers of his batch. Over a 34-year career, he held key positions in Uttar Pradesh, including crucial law-and-order responsibilities and high-impact field postings. Since 2017, he has served continuously on central deputation, taking up significant roles such as Additional Director General in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, Special Director General and Additional Director General in the CRPF, and later Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal.

Known for his operational skills, he is also recognized as an accomplished marksman and a qualified skydiver, reflecting his commitment to maintaining peak physical and tactical proficiency.

A Career of Leadership, Discipline and Service

Mr. Chaudhary’s decorated tenure includes landmark contributions in the Uttar Pradesh Police, where he led high-stakes operations and strengthened public safety mechanisms. His experience in border and paramilitary forces helped optimize strategic infrastructure, improve coordination across agencies, and reinforce multi-layered security systems. His brief additional charge of the National Security Guard further highlighted the confidence placed in his command abilities.

Honors and Recognition for Exceptional Service

Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Chaudhary received numerous awards, including four Police Medals for Gallantry, the Police Medal for Meritorious Service, the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service, and the Ati Utkrisht Seva Medal. Academically, he holds degrees in science and law, reflecting a strong foundation that supported his intellectual and administrative leadership.

Emotional Farewell Ahead of Retirement

Mr. Chaudhary is scheduled to retire on November 30, 2025. Ahead of the official ceremony, BSF personnel in Delhi gathered to bid him an emotional farewell, a moment that resonated widely on social media. Presently, he is attending the DGP–IGP conference in Raipur, where national leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah are also in attendance. His official farewell will be held in Delhi on November 30.

The Birth of the BSF: A Turning Point in Border Security

The BSF was formed as a result of lessons learned during the 1965 conflict. Before 1965, India’s borders were monitored by state armed police units. However, on April 9, 1965, Pakistan’s sudden attack on Sardar Post, Char Bet, and Beria Bet in the Kutch region revealed gaps in this arrangement. The state police lacked the specialized training and equipment required to counter an organized military assault.

Recognizing these limitations, the central government, guided by the recommendations of a Committee of Secretaries, established the Border Security Force on December 1, 1965. Since its inception, BSF has evolved into the world’s largest border guarding force, shouldering the responsibility of protecting India’s frontiers with unmatched dedication.

Also Read: Veteran IPS Officers Daljit Singh Chaudhary & Tilottama Verma to Retire: UP Police Prepares for Major DG Appointments


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