With the departure of DGP Anurag Gupta (IPS:1990:JH), the long-standing tension between the Centre and the Jharkhand government appears to have eased, though his sudden voluntary retirement (VRS) has surprised many in bureaucratic and political circles of Ranchi and Delhi.
Adding to the intrigue, the late-night appointment of Tadasha Mishra (IPS:1994:JH) as Acting DGP on November 6 has become a major talking point. Mishra has made history by becoming Jharkhand’s first woman DGP, a proud milestone for the state. However, buzz in official corridors suggests that the upright and task-oriented officer was not the initial choice for the top post.
The frontrunners were reportedly Prashant Kumar (IPS:1992:JH) and Manvinder Singh Bhatia (IPS:1994:JH), while the senior-most officer in the cadre remains Anil Palta (IPS:1990:JH).
What has further surprised many is Mishra’s short remaining tenure—she is set to retire on December 31, 2025. Her brief stint has fueled speculation that, unless granted an extension, Jharkhand may soon witness the appointment of a new DGP.
Sources indicate that Prashant Kumar was initially considered the leading contender, but last-minute developments paved the way for Mishra’s historic elevation. Meanwhile, another senior IPS officer, Priya Dubey (IPS:1998:JH), is being mentioned in power circles as a possible contender for an important state assignment.
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