Haryana Strengthens Police Leadership: 1993-Batch IPS Officers Alok Mittal and Arshinder Singh Chawla Elevated to Director General of Police
In a significant administrative development, the Government of Haryana has formally approved the promotion of two distinguished senior IPS officers—Alok Mittal and Arshinder Singh Chawla—to the coveted rank of Director General of Police (DGP). Both officers, belonging to the 1993 batch of the Indian Police Service, were serving as Additional Directors General of Police (ADGP) prior to this elevation. The official promotion order was issued on Tuesday, marking a decisive step in strengthening the state’s senior police leadership.
Alok Mittal: From Anti-Corruption Bureau to DGP
Alok Mittal, a seasoned officer of the 1993 batch, has been serving as ADGP, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB).
Over the course of his career, Mittal has held several pivotal assignments and earned recognition for his dedicated efforts in combating corruption and enhancing transparency within police operations.
His promotion to the rank of DGP places him among the highest echelons of police leadership in Haryana, entrusting him with responsibilities that will shape the state’s law enforcement strategies and integrity frameworks.
Arshinder Singh Chawla: Architect of Police Training Reforms
Arshinder Singh Chawla, another accomplished officer from the same batch, has also been elevated to the rank of DGP. Chawla currently heads the Haryana Police Academy in Madhuban (Karnal), where he has played a transformative role in modernizing police training methodologies and capacity-building initiatives.
His promotion is a recognition of his contributions to police education, institutional development, and administrative excellence, ensuring that Haryana’s police force remains well-prepared to meet contemporary challenges.
Official Promotion Order and Its Significance
The promotion order released on Tuesday formally confirms the elevation of both officers. This move represents a strategic strengthening of Haryana’s top police leadership, aligning with the state’s priorities of:
Raising policing standards
Intensifying anti-corruption vigilance
Advancing training and reform initiatives
By elevating Mittal and Chawla, the government underscores its commitment to reinforcing the professionalism, accountability, and preparedness of the police force at a crucial time.
