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Madhya Pradesh to Appoint New DGPI as Kalash Makwana Retires on Nov 30
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 03:01 PM
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Madhya Pradesh police are set to appoint a new Director General of Police as Kalash Makwana retires on November 30. Three senior officers—Pragna Richa, Varun Kapoor, and Upendra Jain—are being considered for the post.
Kalash Makwana, the current Director General of Police, will step down on 30 November, prompting a search for his successor. The state government has identified three senior officers as potential candidates for the post. Pragna Richa, a seasoned police officer with experience in crime prevention, Varun Kapoor, known for his work in cybercrime, and Upendra Jain, who has led major operations in the state, are all on the shortlist.
A meeting of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is scheduled to evaluate the candidates and recommend a panel for the appointment. The commission’s decision will be crucial in determining the final choice, as it will assess the officers’ track records, leadership skills, and suitability for the role.
The appointment is expected to bring fresh leadership to the Madhya Pradesh Police, with expectations of reforms in policing strategies and a focus on technology-driven law enforcement. The state’s administration has emphasized the importance of a smooth transition to maintain continuity in public safety.
Officials have stated that the final appointment will be announced shortly after the UPSC meeting, and the new DGPI will take over the reins to lead the police force into the next phase of its development.
A meeting of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is scheduled to evaluate the candidates and recommend a panel for the appointment. The commission’s decision will be crucial in determining the final choice, as it will assess the officers’ track records, leadership skills, and suitability for the role.
The appointment is expected to bring fresh leadership to the Madhya Pradesh Police, with expectations of reforms in policing strategies and a focus on technology-driven law enforcement. The state’s administration has emphasized the importance of a smooth transition to maintain continuity in public safety.
Officials have stated that the final appointment will be announced shortly after the UPSC meeting, and the new DGPI will take over the reins to lead the police force into the next phase of its development.