The Supreme Court, in its 2006 ruling on police reforms, urged state governments to enact new police legislation to maintain police independence and safeguard citizen rights under the rule of law.
The Uttar Pradesh government now has the authority to appoint the Director General of Police (DGP) at the state level. In a recent cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the ‘Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh Selection and Appointment Rules 2024’ policy was approved. This new policy mandates a nomination committee headed by a retired High Court judge, with a minimum tenure of two years for the DGP.
Details On Nomination Committee
The nomination committee will include the Chief Secretary, a representative from the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the Chairman of the UP Public Service Commission or a designated representative, the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) and a retired DGP who has previously served in the role, as reported by Hindi news portal Amar Ujala.
The purpose of this framework is to create an independent and transparent mechanism to select a DGP, free from political or executive influence, tailored to meet the state’s unique policing needs. The selection process will focus on candidates with an exceptional service record and extensive experience, ensuring they are well-suited to lead the police force.