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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Public complaint handling to define an officer's performance
Lucknow: In his first major directive after taking over as UP DGP, Rajeev Krishna on Friday unveiled a 10-point action plan to overhaul policing practices across the state, with emphasis on crime control, women safety, cybercrime response and police-public trust. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a high-level video conference attended by ADG (law & order) Amitabh Yash and all zonal, range, and district-level officers, Krishna laid out what he described as "the core operational priorities" of the UP Police going forward. He made it clear that these are not routine advisories but a new standard of policing that must reflect on the ground. "In the last eight years, UP has emerged as a national and global benchmark in law and order because of the strong political will of CM Yogi Adityanath. Now it's time for the police leadership to reflect the same clarity and commitment," Krishna said. Calling it his "top-most priority," the DGP warned that public complaint handling will now define an officer's performance. "People should not need to come to PHQ with unresolved issues. The resolution must happen at source," he said. The DGP directed officers to take even the smallest crime seriously. "District police chiefs must personally curate a list of top 10 offenders and actively monitor them using tech tools," he asserted. The DGP noted that while UP made major strides in creating a safer environment for women, "we now need to make it ironclad." He cited 'Operation Pehchaan' from Agra, where software analysis helped identify repeat harassers near girls' colleges, as a model. Krishna said that UP is now known globally for its law and order. "This must be sustained through micro-planning, intelligence analysis, foresight, and leadership," he stressed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Acknowledging the post-Covid spike in cyber frauds, the DGP said, "Our target is to make UP the No. 1 cybercrime-fighting force in the country within a year." He directed district units to launch awareness drives and bridge the skill gap through training. "International best practices must be embedded," Krishna said, inviting feedback from the field. Calling welfare a "moral obligation," Krishna told senior officers to ensure that every constable feels the department stands by them. "Your force will deliver only when they feel heard and protected," he said. With over 60,000 new constables joining, many of whom cleared national-level exams, Krishna said talent mapping was critical. "We have experts in every field. UP will soon become India's first police force to deploy AI in core policing," Krishna announced. Calling training "the only sustainable path to reform," he urged officers to invest in continuous, qualitative capacity-building. "Well-trained officers deliver better justice to citizens," he said. DGP presented a detailed framework for complaint handling and urged all officers to cultivate a transparent, citizen-first culture. He stressed that SHO-level postings must be done strictly on merit and urged leaders to communicate effectively with their teams.
News18
01-06-2025
- Politics
- News18
Uttar Pradesh Gets New Acting DGP: Who Is IPS Officer Rajeev Krishna?
Last Updated: Krishna, a 1991-batch Indian Police Service officer, assumed charge following the retirement of acting DGP Prashant Kumar on May 31 Senior IPS officer Rajeev Krishna has been appointed as the acting director general of police (DGP) of Uttar Pradesh, marking another transition in the state's top police leadership. Krishna, a 1991-batch Indian Police Service officer, assumed charge following the retirement of acting DGP Prashant Kumar on May 31. This makes him the fifth consecutive officer to be appointed in an 'acting" capacity since 2022. Founding chief of UP ATS, pushed tech-driven policing Known for his integrity and innovative approach to policing, Krishna previously served as the director general of vigilance and chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board. Born on June 26, 1969, in Noida, Rajeev Krishna began his policing career in 1991. He has held several key positions, including senior superintendent of police (SSP) in cities like Agra, Lucknow, and Bareilly. He gained prominence in 2004 for his decisive action against kidnapping gangs, solidifying his reputation as a tough and effective officer. Krishna also served as the founding chief of Uttar Pradesh's Anti-Terror Squad and held significant roles such as director general of the Police Academy and inspector general of operations in the Border Security Force. His tenure was marked by the implementation of technology-driven policing initiatives like Operation Pehchaan and e-Malkhana, aimed at modernising the force and raising cybercrime awareness. Family in public service His brother-in-law, Rajeshwar Singh, a former IPS officer, is now a member of the legislative assembly (MLA) from Sarojini Nagar in Lucknow. Rajeshwar's wife, Lakshmi Singh, serves as the police commissioner of Gautam Buddha Nagar. 'Acting' appointments Since the removal of Mukul Goel as the permanent DGP in May 2022, Uttar Pradesh has seen a series of acting police chiefs. Goel was dismissed for 'neglect of duty" and reassigned as director general of Civil Defence. Following his departure, the state appointed Devendra Singh Chauhan as acting DGP, who served until his retirement in March 2023. He was succeeded by RK Vishwakarma, who held the position until May 2023. Vijay Kumar then took over as acting DGP, followed by Prashant Kumar, who served until his retirement in May 2025. Rajeev Krishna's appointment continues this trend of interim leadership within the state's police force. New rules for selecting DGP In November 2024, the Uttar Pradesh government introduced the Director General of Police, UP Selection and Appointment Rules, 2024, to formalise the appointment process for the state's police chief. Under these rules, a six-member committee, chaired by a retired high court judge, will oversee the selection. The committee comprises the chief secretary, a nominee from the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the chairperson or a nominee from the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, the additional chief secretary (home), and a retired DGP. The committee will assess candidates based on service records, experience, and a minimum of six months of remaining service. The appointed DGP will serve a fixed term of two years or until retirement, whichever is sooner. Rajeev Krishna's appointment as acting DGP comes as Uttar Pradesh strives to enhance its law enforcement capabilities and restore public confidence. First Published: June 01, 2025, 07:00 IST
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Rajeev Krishna replacesPrashant as new UP DGP
Lucknow: Rajeev Krishna, who recently supervised the hiring of over 60,000 cops in UP Police as the chief of police recruitment board, was appointed as the new director general of police on Saturday. The appointment of the 1991 batch IPS officer Krishna to head India's largest police force was announced after a day-long suspense amid talks of the possible extension of the outgoing DGP Prashant Kumar . At present, Krishna was also the DG, vigilance, apart from heading the police recruitment board. He will continue to hold these posts. His retirement is due in June 2029. After instances of paper leak and subsequent cancellation of one of the largest recruitment drives ever last year, Krishna was given the charge of the board and he oversaw the smooth completion of the drive -- a process hailed for its transparency and efficiency amid mounting public scrutiny following exam leak last year. His appointment is being seen as a reward for this feat as he has superseded 11 other senior officers to get the coveted post. Prashant Kumar, when he was given the charge of the acting DGP in Feb 2024, was 18th on the seniority list of IPS officers. Like his predecessor, Krishna is the fifth officer to hold the position of acting DGP since 2022. The last permanent DGP in the state was Mukul Goel, who was removed three years ago. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like CFD: Invertir $100 con IA podría devolverte un segundo salario Digital Group Prueba ahora Undo Since then, DS Chauhan, RK Vishwakarma, Vijaya Kumar, and Prashant Kumar have served as acting chiefs. Earlier, Krishna has served as the DG of the Uttar Pradesh Police Academy, where he was responsible for training and mentoring new generations of police officers. Krishna has held several challenging field assignments, including postings as SP/SSP in Mathura, Etawah, Agra, Noida, and Lucknow. He was also the founding chief of the UP Anti-Terror Squad (ATS), where he laid the groundwork for counter-terror operations in the state. At the national level, Krishna served as inspector general of operations in the Border Security Force (BSF), where he oversaw operations along both the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh borders for four years. During this tenure, he implemented a sensor-based Comprehensive and Integrated Border Management System, enhancing surveillance and operational effectiveness along sensitive frontiers. In 2018–19, he served as the ADG of Lucknow Zone, managing critical law and order situations across central Uttar Pradesh. Prior to that, he was SSP Lucknow. Regarded as a forward-thinking officer with a strong focus on technology-driven policing, Krishna introduced several notable innovations. While serving as ADG of Agra Zone, he launched Operation Pehchaan, a mobile-based platform to identify and track repeat offenders. He also integrated online monitoring for women's beat policing and Anti-Romeo squads and introduced e-Malkhana, a system for digitising police case property records. Krishna also led the charge against cybercrime, initiating both awareness campaigns and advanced training programs for police personnel and the public. Born in Lucknow on June 20, 1969, Krishna holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering. After clearing the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 1991, he was inducted into the Indian Police Service. One of the most impactful chapters of his career was his tenure as SSP Agra in 2004, when he led decisive crackdowns against notorious kidnapping gangs operating in the ravines. Known for his strategic acumen and clean image, Krishna's appointment is seen as a move toward reinforcing both the credibility and modernisation of Uttar Pradesh's policing system.
