In the high-altitude Union Territory of Ladakh, where policing comes with unique geographical and strategic challenges, IPS officer Koshal Kumar Sharma has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director General of Police (DGP). The 2012-batch AGMUT cadre officer, currently serving as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Leh-Kargil Range, will lead the police force until a regular appointment is made.
The decision was formalised through an order issued by the Home Department on Tuesday. Sharma takes over the responsibility following the relieving of incumbent DGP Mukesh Singh, a 1996-batch AGMUT cadre IPS officer, who has been directed to report to the Government of Manipur for his next assignment with effect from May 27, 2026.
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FROM BOTANY SCHOLAR TO TOP COP
Koshal Kumar Sharma’s journey to the top ranks of policing reflects a blend of academic excellence and administrative experience. Before joining the Indian Police Service, he pursued a distinguished academic career in science. He secured the top position in B.Sc. at Jammu University and later completed a Ph.D. in Botany.
Over the years, Sharma has handled several important assignments in Jammu and Kashmir, including serving as SSP Traffic City Jammu and SSP Police Control Room (PCR) Jammu. Known for his disciplined administrative approach, he was elevated to the rank of Deputy Inspector General in December 2025 and subsequently posted to Ladakh as DIG of the Leh-Kargil Range.
With this new responsibility, Sharma will temporarily head the police force in one of India’s most strategically sensitive regions.
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