Lucknow/Delhi: The Union Home Ministry has approved the appointment of Shalabh Mathur, IPS (UP:2006), as Inspector General (IG) in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on deputation. The appointment comes against an existing vacancy in the force and will follow the usual terms and conditions of central deputation.
The competent authority has directed that Mr Mathur be relieved immediately from his current duties in Uttar Pradesh to enable him to take up the new assignment at the Centre.
About Shalabh Mathur
Mr Mathur is a high-ranking IPS officer of the 2006 batch, belonging to the Uttar Pradesh cadre. He hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan, and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Electronics & Communication. Born on December 28, 1980, Mathur has built a distinguished career in both field policing and administrative roles within the UP Police.
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Current and Recent Postings
Inspector General of Police (Administration/Personnel), DGP Headquarters, Lucknow (Sept 2024–Jan 2026): Responsible for personnel management and administrative discipline within the Uttar Pradesh Police. Often referred to as IG Establishment or IG Karmik.
- IG Aligarh Range: Oversaw policing and law enforcement for the Aligarh region prior to his posting at DGP headquarters.
- DIG Moradabad Range: Served as Deputy Inspector General for the Moradabad region (Mar 2021 onwards).
- DIG Special Enquiry Wing, Lucknow: Managed specialized investigations and administrative responsibilities.
- District Posts as SSP: Key districts include Gorakhpur, Mathura, and Agra.
Shalabh Mathur is known for his administrative clarity, institutional discipline, and expertise in personnel management.
Central Deputation and Empanelment
Mr Mathur was empanelled to the rank of Inspector General in the Government of India in May 2025, making him eligible for central deputation. He received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Chief Minister’s Office in early January 2026 to join the CRPF.
He is among six UP cadre IPS officers approved for central deputation by the Union Home Ministry in May 2025, along with Ajay Kumar Mishra (2003), Nitin Tiwari, Amit Pathak, Deepika Tiwari, and Pratibha Ambedkar (2007 batch officers).
Notable Achievements and Reputation
IPS Mathur has been praised for:
- Strong administrative leadership and personnel management skills.
- Efficient law and order handling in key districts.
- Upholding discipline, institutional integrity, and sensitivity in policing.
Successfully managing specialized administrative and establishment roles at the DGP headquarters.
Recent UP Police Promotions and Ceremonies
Earlier in January 2026, DGP Rajiv Krishna presented insignia to newly promoted police officers. Highlights include:
Promotions from IG to Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) for Tarun Gaba and Praveen Kumar.
Promotions from DIG to IG for Kiran S., Anand Suresh Rao Kulkarni, Amit Verma, Rajiv Malhotra, Dr. Akhilesh Kumar Nigam, and Hemraj Meena.
Promotion from SSP to DIG for Santosh Kumar Mishra.
During the ceremony, DGP Rajiv Krishna delivered an emotional message, emphasizing discipline, proactivity, and the importance of public trust in police service. He highlighted that the modern criminal landscape is more organized and requires renewed strategic thinking and collective responsibility.
