Ranchi: The Jharkhand government has promoted Tadasha Mishra (IPS: 1994: JH) to the rank of Director General (DG), making her the first woman DGP of the state. On 6th November 2025, she was appointed acting DGP following the resignation of Anurag Gupta (Retd. IPS: 1990, JH) amid a tussle between the state and the Centre over his extension.
With her promotion, all four sanctioned DG posts in Jharkhand are now filled, including Anil Palta (IPS: 1990: JH), Prashant Singh (IPS: 1992: JH), M S Bhatia (IPS: 1993: JH), and Tadasha Mishra.
Short Tenure as Acting DGP
Ms. Mishra’s tenure as DGP will be brief, as she is set to retire on December 31, 2025, giving her less than two months in office. State sources suggest that a permanent DGP appointment may follow soon, with Prashant Singh and M.S. Bhatia considered frontrunners. Observers note a potential “constitutional dilemma” due to their seniority relative to Ms. Mishra, but officials clarified that her appointment ensures continuity in leadership during the interim.
Career Journey: From Railways to Home Department
Before becoming acting DGP, Ms. Mishra served as Special Secretary in the Home, Prison & Disaster Management Department. She also held the position of Additional Director General (ADG) of Railways, overseeing security operations across Jharkhand’s rail network. Her career includes senior roles as Inspector General (IG) and other administrative positions, earning her a reputation for discipline, diligence, and efficiency.
Advocate for Women in Policing
Throughout her career, Ms. Mishra has championed gender sensitization and women empowerment in the police force. She has advocated for systemic reforms, including crèches for working mothers, gender-balanced postings, and equal field opportunities. Colleagues describe her leadership style as empathetic and effective, making her a role model for women officers in Jharkhand and beyond.
Personal Life and Background
Born into a family from Odisha, Ms. Mishra joined the Indian Police Service in 1994 under the Bihar cadre, later allocated to Jharkhand after the state’s formation in 2000. She is a mother of two and has overcome personal tragedies, including the loss of her son in 2018, which she has described as a turning point in her life. Colleagues praise her as resilient, compassionate, and deeply committed to public service.
CID DIG Appointed as Nodal Officer for Cybercrime Cases
The DIG of the CID has been appointed as the nodal officer for cybercrime-related cases. The Home, Prisons, and Disaster Management Department had previously issued an order regarding this appointment.
According to the order, an officer below the rank of DIG in the CID cannot serve as the nodal officer for cybercrime cases. Only officers of DIG rank or higher are authorized to make major decisions in such matters.
The role of the nodal officer is crucial, particularly for issuing takedown notices in cybercrime cases. Only an authorized officer can issue a takedown notice to remove illegal, defamatory, objectionable, or nationally sensitive material from digital platforms.
Previously, in Jharkhand, this authority rested with SP-level officers. However, it has now been upgraded to the DIG rank. As a result, in cybercrime cases, the CID DIG can also issue necessary orders and instructions to investigators.
