Is Rajeev Kumar Sharma the New DGP of Rajasthan?

Jaipur, July 3 (NationPress) Senior IPS officer Rajeev Kumar Sharma officially assumed his role as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for Rajasthan on Thursday. The transition occurred during a ceremony at the Police Headquarters in the city.

Upon taking office, DGP Sharma addressed the press, outlining his vision for the Rajasthan Police.

He highlighted the department’s rich traditions and expressed a strong commitment to enhancing its legacy, particularly in accordance with its motto: “Trust in the common man, fear in the criminals.”

“We have been entrusted by the government to serve the public, and we must do so with utmost loyalty and dedication,” he stated.

DGP Sharma conveyed his appreciation to Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and the state government for their confidence in him. He emphasized that every citizen should access police services efficiently at their local police stations, and that police personnel must conduct themselves with courtesy and respect.

Sharma has been appointed as DGP for an initial period of two years.

He further stated that the Rajasthan Police would increasingly utilize modern technology for crime prevention and investigations, significantly improving both efficiency and effectiveness.

“Public safety and dignity are our top priorities, and we will ensure maximum public involvement in our policing efforts,” Sharma remarked.

The new DGP stressed the importance of looking after the welfare of police personnel who work tirelessly throughout the state.

He also assured the strict enforcement of new criminal laws in accordance with the state government’s directives, noting that the outcomes of these initiatives are already becoming apparent.

“We will focus on sensitive policing and take decisive measures to monitor and manage rising cybercrime. Our ambition is to make Rajasthan a model state for policing in the country,” he stated.

“With coordinated efforts and public participation, we are devoted to creating a safer Rajasthan for all,” he concluded.

Upon his arrival at the Police Headquarters, Sharma was welcomed by DG (Intelligence) Sanjay Agarwal and other senior police officials.

He received a ceremonial guard of honor and inspected the police parade. Following the formal assumption of duties, Sharma held a brief meeting with senior officers and engaged with the media.

Rajeev Kumar Sharma is a 1990-batch IPS officer from the Rajasthan cadre with over 34 years of service.

A native of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, he holds degrees in M.A., B.P.Ed., and M.Phil.

Throughout his career, Sharma has been recognized for his discipline, administrative efficiency, and leadership qualities. In Rajasthan, he has held several significant roles including SP, IG, Director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, Chief of Law and Order, and Director of the Rajasthan Police Academy.

He has also contributed at the national level through his service with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D). Sharma has received prestigious national awards, including the President’s Police Medal and the DGP Disc Award.