CV Anand appointed Telangana DGP, succeeds Shivdhar Reddy on April 30
Synopsis
The Telangana government has appointed decorated IPS veteran CV Anand as its new Director General of Police, effective 30 April 2025. A President's Gallantry Medal awardee with 15 years of metropolitan policing experience — including two stints as Hyderabad Police Commissioner — Anand brings rare operational depth to the state's top law enforcement post.
Key Takeaways
CV Anand , a 1996-batch IPS officer , has been appointed Director General of Police of Telangana via a Government Order issued on 29 April 2025 .
He succeeds Shivdhar Reddy , who superannuates on 30 April 2025 .
Anand has 15 years of metropolitan policing experience, including 10 years in Hyderabad City , and has served as city police commissioner twice .
He received the President's Gallantry Medal in 2002 for exceptional bravery during his years in Naxal-affected districts .
He previously served as DG, Anti-Corruption Bureau , Commissioner of Cyberabad Police , and on Central Deputation to CISF (2018–2022) .
C. V. Anand, a 1996-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of Police (Head of Police Force) of Telangana, according to a Government Order issued on Tuesday, 29 April 2025. Anand, who currently serves as Special Chief Secretary, Home, succeeds Shivdhar Reddy, who is superannuating from service on 30 April 2025.
Key Appointment Details
The Telangana government issued a formal Government Order authorising Anand's transfer and posting as DGP. Anand brings an extensive record of metropolitan and counter-insurgency policing to the top law enforcement role in the state. He previously served as Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and held the post of Hyderabad City Police Commissioner twice — a rare distinction.
He also served as Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad, from 2013 to 2016, and returned to lead Hyderabad City Police again in December 2021 after being called back from Central Deputation.
Decorated Career Spanning Three Decades
According to a note from the DGP's office, Anand has 15 years of experience in metropolitan policing, including 10 years in Hyderabad City alone. He is widely regarded as having deep knowledge of the city's ethos, culture, and people — a quality credited with helping maintain communal harmony during sensitive periods and across major festivals including Ganesh Chaturthi and Bakrid.
The first nine years of Anand's service were spent in Naxal-affected districts, where he reportedly led forces in the field and participated in direct engagements. He received the President's Gallantry Medal in 2002 for exceptional bravery — one of the highest police honours in the country.
Notable Postings and Milestones
Anand's career has spanned a wide range of assignments across law enforcement and civil administration. As a DIG, he led a team to Bangkok to secure the extradition of Krushi Bank scam accused Venkateshwara Rao in 2004–2005. He later served as Commissioner of Police, Vijayawada (2007–2008), Director, Excise Department (2009–2010), and Civil Supplies Commissioner and Food Secretary.
From 2018 to 2022, he went on Central Deputation to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), serving as IG Airport Sector, before being empanelled as ADG in the Government of India. He was subsequently called back by the Telangana state government.
Background and Early Life
Born on 5 June 1968 in Hyderabad, Anand is one of five sons of Chama Damodar Reddy, who retired as Conservator of Forests in the Indian Forest Service. A product of Hyderabad Public School, he excelled academically and in sport — representing the Hyderabad Under-19 cricket team and touring England with the side in 1986, the same year he topped his class in the 12th ISC examination.
He completed his B.A. in Maths–Economics–Statistics from Nizam College in 1989 and later pursued an M.A. in Economics at Arts College, Osmania University. After representing Hyderabad State in Under-22 cricket and narrowly missing Ranji Trophy selection, he appeared for the Civil Services Examination in 1990 and, owing to his high rank, was allotted his home state cadre in the IPS in 1991.
What Comes Next
With Anand now at the helm, the Telangana police force is expected to maintain continuity in its metropolitan policing approach while navigating ongoing law-and-order priorities in the state. His appointment takes formal effect upon Shivdhar Reddy's retirement on 30 April 2025.
Point of View
In particular, will be watched closely given the current political climate in the state.
NationPress
1 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is CV Anand, the new Telangana DGP?
CV Anand is a 1996-batch IPS officer who has been appointed Director General of Police of Telangana. He previously served as Special Chief Secretary, Home, and has held senior roles including Hyderabad City Police Commissioner (twice), Commissioner of Cyberabad Police, and Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau.
Why was CV Anand appointed as Telangana DGP?
Anand was appointed to succeed Shivdhar Reddy, who is retiring from service on 30 April 2025. A Government Order was issued on 29 April 2025 authorising his transfer and posting as Head of Police Force.
What is CV Anand known for in his policing career?
Anand is known for 15 years of metropolitan policing experience, including a decade in Hyderabad City, and for his service in Naxal-affected districts during the first nine years of his career. He received the President's Gallantry Medal in 2002 for exceptional bravery.
When does CV Anand officially take charge as Telangana DGP?
Anand's appointment takes effect upon the retirement of incumbent DGP Shivdhar Reddy on 30 April 2025, as per the Government Order issued on 29 April 2025.
What is CV Anand's educational and personal background?
Born on 5 June 1968 in Hyderabad, Anand studied at Hyderabad Public School and completed his B.A. from Nizam College in 1989. He represented the Hyderabad Under-19 cricket team and toured England in 1986 before joining the IPS in 1991 after the Civil Services Examination.
