The Madhya Pradesh Home Department has issued a fresh round of transfer orders affecting 18 police officers across the state, including 10 probationary Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and 8 officers from the State Police Service (SPS). The reshuffle, part of a routine administrative process, is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening field-level policing.
10 Probationary IPS Officers Shifted
According to the official notification, 10 IPS probationers—currently serving in the capacity of Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP)—have been reassigned to new posts across various districts. These officers, primarily from the 2022 batch, are in the early phase of their careers and are being moved as part of structured cadre development.
- Gaurav Pandey (2022 batch) has been transferred from ASP Rewa to SDOP, Singrauli.
- Mini Shukla, previously posted in Rajgarh, has also received a new posting.
- Ayush Jakhar has been appointed as SDOP, Karera in Shivpuri district.
The transfers aim to diversify their field exposure and build practical experience in handling district-level law and order responsibilities.
8 State Police Service Officers Transferred
In addition to the IPS officers, the state government has also transferred 8 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)-level officers from the State Police Service. These officers were serving in roles such as:
- Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP)
- City Superintendent of Police (CSP)
- DSP – Rural/Urban divisions
- Acting Deputy SP
These moves are intended to strengthen leadership at the sub-divisional and urban policing levels and ensure effective utilization of available personnel.
Administrative Objective
A senior Home Department official clarified that the transfers are part of a standard reshuffle strategy aimed at maintaining efficiency in the police force. With several officers still undergoing field training, the reassignments are considered crucial for exposing them to a variety of policing challenges and environments.
All transferred officers are expected to assume their new responsibilities with immediate effect. District Superintendents of Police have been directed to ensure smooth transitions.