New Delhi/Lucknow: In a significant administrative development, IPS officer Ravi Shankar Chhabi has been repatriated to his parent cadre in Uttar Pradesh from the Central Reserve Police Force, where he was serving as Deputy Inspector General (DIG).
The move follows an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday, directing him to be relieved from his central deputation and report back to his state cadre.
Repatriation After Recent CRPF Posting
Ravi Shankar Chhabi, a 2007-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, had joined the CRPF as DIG on February 6, 2026. His deputation to the central force had been approved earlier through an MHA order dated January 19, 2026, following which the Uttar Pradesh government relieved him to take up the assignment.
During his brief tenure in the CRPF, he was also deployed as an observer during the West Bengal elections, a role involving oversight of security arrangements and electoral processes.
While the official reason for his sudden repatriation has not been disclosed, there is speculation that the decision may be linked to a report submitted by the Election Commission of India.
Return to Uttar Pradesh Cadre
Following the latest MHA directive, Chhabi has now been asked to report back to his parent cadre in Uttar Pradesh. Prior to his central deputation, he was serving at the Director General of Police (DGP) Headquarters in Lucknow as DIG (Public Grievances).
He had been appointed to this role in June 2023, where he handled key responsibilities including:
- Public grievance redressal
- Monitoring complaints against police personnel
- Strengthening internal accountability mechanisms
About the Officer: Ravi Shankar Chhabi
Ravi Shankar Chhabi is a Regular Recruit (RR) IPS officer of the 2007 batch, known for his diverse experience across policing, administration, and reforms.
Personal Background
- Date of Birth: February 1, 1983
- Native Place: Rohtas district, Bihar
- Father’s Name: Jay Prakash N. Singh
Educational Qualifications
Chhabi has a strong academic foundation in the humanities:
- B.A. (Honours): Economics, Sociology, and History
- M.A. (Master of Arts)
His academic training has contributed to his analytical approach in administrative and policing roles.
Key Career Assignments and Experience
Over the years, Ravi Shankar Chhabi has held several important positions:
Election Duties
- • Served as Police Observer for the Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency during the 2024 General Elections
- • Oversaw counting centres and strong room security, ensuring smooth electoral conduct
DIG, Prison Administration and Reforms (Uttar Pradesh)
- Took charge in January 2022
- Worked on prison reforms, custodial management, and administrative improvements
Noida Commissionerate
- Served as Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP)
- Gained experience in urban policing and commissionerate systems
SP, Women Powerline–1090 (Lucknow)
- Appointed in December 2019
- Led one of Uttar Pradesh’s flagship women safety initiatives, handling sensitive cases related to women’s security
Superintendent of Police, Jaunpur
- Managed district law and order, crime control, and public safety operations
Areas of Expertise
Chhabi’s career reflects expertise across multiple domains:
- District policing
- Women’s safety and helpline management
- Prison administration and reforms
- Election security and observer roles
- Public grievance redressal systems
A Short-Lived Central Deputation
Despite being appointed to the CRPF earlier this year, Chhabi’s central deputation has been cut short within a few months. His experience in both field policing and administrative roles is expected to be leveraged once again in Uttar Pradesh upon his return.
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