B. Bala Naga Devi, a 1995-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as Tamil Nadu’s new DGP (Intelligence). Learn about her career journey, background, and key roles in the police service, including her leadership in the Economic Offences Wing and Civil Supplies CID.
Chennai, March 15, 2026 — In a significant reshuffle within the Tamil Nadu Police, the state government has appointed B. Bala Naga Devi, a 1995-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, as the new Director General of Police (DGP), Intelligence. Her elevation marks another milestone in her distinguished career, which has spanned diverse assignments across the state’s police force.
Career Journey and Background
Originally from Lakdikapul, Bala Naga Devi pursued a B.Tech degree before joining the IPS. Over the years, she has built a reputation for her leadership skills, operational expertise, and ability to manage complex policing challenges.
Prior to her current posting, she served as DGP of the Economic Offences Wing CID, where she oversaw investigations into financial crimes and fraud. In December 2025, she was elevated to the rank of DGP and was also entrusted with additional responsibility as DGP of Civil Supplies CID, reflecting the government’s confidence in her administrative capabilities.
Key Roles and Achievements
Her career includes several demanding assignments:
Head of the State Commando Force: Oversaw specialized operations and training, ensuring readiness for high-risk missions.
All India Police Firing Competition: Successfully managed the prestigious event held at Umancheri, showcasing her organizational skills.
Economic Offences Wing CID: Directed investigations into complex financial crimes, strengthening Tamil Nadu’s policing against economic offences.
Civil Supplies CID: Supervised enforcement against hoarding, black marketing, and irregularities in essential commodities.
These roles highlight her versatility in handling both operational and administrative responsibilities.
Recent Changes in Tamil Nadu Police
Following Bala Naga Devi’s transfer to Intelligence, Santhosh Kumar, Inspector General of Police, has been given charge of the Economic Offences Wing CID. Meanwhile, Rupesh Kumar Meena, also an Inspector General of Police, will now head the Civil Supplies CID.
This reshuffle reflects the state government’s strategy to strengthen specialized policing units while placing experienced officers in leadership roles.
The appointment of B. Bala Naga Devi as Tamil Nadu’s new DGP (Intelligence) underscores her long-standing contributions to the police service. With her proven track record in economic offences, civil supplies enforcement, and commando operations, she is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the state’s intelligence apparatus. Her career trajectory stands as an inspiring example of dedication, discipline, and leadership within the Indian Police Service.
