Former DGP Dr. R P Sharma takes charge as New Member of Odisha Lokayukta

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Former Director General of Odisha Police Dr RP Sharma (IPS:1986:OR) on Thursday took charge as the new Member of Lokayukta on the very day of handing over charge to his successor BK Sharma.

Recently, Odisha Governor Prof Ganeshi Lal approved the Lokayukta Selection Committee’s proposal to appoint Dr Sharma as a new member of Lokayukta.

Sharma’s name was recommended by the Lokayukta Selection Committee comprising the Chief Justice of Orissa High Court, Chief Minister, Leader of Opposition and others

The former police chief had opted for VRS (voluntary retirement scheme) after the sad demise of his wife during the general elections this year.