The Uttar Pradesh government has introduced new rules for selecting the Director General of Police (DGP) through a nomination committee led by a retired High Court judge.
This marks a shift from the previous practice, where the state forwarded a list of candidates to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for selection.
The change is formalized under the ‘Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh Selection and Appointment Rules, 2024.’
Aim of the New Selection Process
The revised rules aim to create an independent and transparent process for appointing the DGP, free from political and executive interference.
This approach aligns with a Supreme Court directive from 2006, which urged state governments to enact legislation ensuring a police force independent from external pressures, dedicated to upholding citizen rights and the rule of law.
Fixed Tenure and Grounds for Early Removal
Under the new rules, the DGP will have a fixed minimum tenure of two years to ensure continuity in leadership.
However, the state government may remove the DGP before the two-year term if any criminal or corruption charges are filed against him or if he fails to perform his duties adequately. This clause aligns with Supreme Court guidelines on DGP removal.
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