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Meghalaya Deputy CM asks VPP about delay and retirement date of current DGP
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🗓 16 Oct 2026, 05:16 AM
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Deputy Chief Minister of Meghalaya questioned the VPP on the unexplained delay in appointing a new DGP and asked when the incumbent is due to retire.
Deputy Chief Minister of Meghalaya raised a formal query to the VPP, seeking clarification on the apparent delay surrounding the appointment of the state's Director General of Police.
He specifically asked when the current DGP is scheduled to retire, emphasizing that the timeline is crucial for a smooth transition in the police leadership.
The VPP, a regional political outfit, had earlier demanded an explanation from the state administration regarding the DGP appointment process, prompting the deputy chief minister's intervention.
State officials have not yet provided a detailed response, and the issue remains pending as the police department prepares for potential leadership changes.
The clarification is expected to impact law‑and‑order management in Meghalaya, where the DGP role is pivotal for maintaining public safety.
He specifically asked when the current DGP is scheduled to retire, emphasizing that the timeline is crucial for a smooth transition in the police leadership.
The VPP, a regional political outfit, had earlier demanded an explanation from the state administration regarding the DGP appointment process, prompting the deputy chief minister's intervention.
State officials have not yet provided a detailed response, and the issue remains pending as the police department prepares for potential leadership changes.
The clarification is expected to impact law‑and‑order management in Meghalaya, where the DGP role is pivotal for maintaining public safety.